Hire a participant in the YMCA Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) Program
The YMCA Youth Employment & Skills Strategy (YESS) Program aims to provide youth 15 -30 years old in the Hamilton and Flamborough areas to overcome barriers in finding employment.
Along with developing key skills, participants in the program complete an eight-week work experience placement.
The Benefit of Participating as an Employer
Qualified employers hiring a youth aged 15-29 receive:
- FREE employer / candidate matching services
- Up to $4,128.00 wage subsidy with commitment of eight weeks of training at 30 hours per week
- Placement support throughout the training by YMCA staff
To Qualify, Employers Must Provide
- WSIB coverage or alternative
- Meaningful work placements with opportunity to be hired on after 8-week placement
- Support and supervision during training period
- Comply with Employment Standards – safe, respectful workplace
How to Get Started
Call 365-366-3825 or fill out the below web form.
