- Description
- Ve'ahavta Skills Academy (VSA) -- 8-month essential life skills program including classroom workshops, vocational assessments and case management sessions -- 9-week core program includes
- online workshops 3 days/week on pre-employment and life skills training
- connection to a Career Counsellor to support employment-related goals
- follow up includes 6-months post-program support one-on-one with a case manager to identify goals and set action plans in place to achieve those goals
- workshops 3 days/week on personal development and life skills training
- supports women experiencing poverty and other life challenges to build stable and active lives and move toward their employment and education goals
- follow up includes 6-months post program support one-on-one with a case manager to identify goals and set action plans in place to achieve those personal goals
- participants identify goals and work on action plans to achieve these short-term realistic goals
- ongoing weekly peer support groups to promote interpersonal skills development
- combination of online workshops and in-kitchen hands on training designed to increase knowledge, skills, and confidence around food preparation in a commercial environment
- graduates of the Recipe for Success Preparatory Program can apply for a 4-month paid internship in Ve'ahavta's commercial kitchen to further enhance their skills and work experience
- participants attend two shifts per week where they lead volunteers in preparing hot, nutritious meals that support our mobile outreach program
- participants receive industry specific training such as a Food Handler's Certificate and First Aid/CPR
- 4-month paid internship program in Ve'ahavta's warehouse
- participants learn to receive, sort, and track items in a warehouse setting using an inventory management database
- participants receive industry specific training such as Ladder Safety, Manual Materials Handling, WHMIS and First Aid/CPR
- mobile outreach vans deliver essential supplies to those experiencing homelessness across the city
- one van operates 7 shifts per week (downtown) and second shift operates 5 shifts per week (North York & Scarborough)
- delivers food, clothing, hygiene supplies and harm reduction kits to those experiencing homelessness
- Outreach Workers on shift also provide referral services to those looking for further connections to supports
- hands-on, engaging, meaningful volunteer experiences in every program area
- contact office if interested in volunteering in any of the above programming areas
- Eligibility
- Individuals who have experienced poverty, marginalization or homelessness
- Application Process
- Mobile Jewish Response to Homelessness - no application necessary
All other programs -- apply online at https://veahavta.tfaforms.net/106 or contact our Recruitment and Intake Coordinator at [email protected] or 416-964-7698 ext 230
- Office
- 416-964-7698
- MJRH Outreach Van Direct Line
- 416-964-5572
- Web Site
- https://www.veahavta.org
- [email protected]
- Mailing Address
- 4100 Chesswood Drive
Unit 1
Toronto, ON, M3J 2B9
Canada - Languages
- English
- Director of Programs
- Marni Herskovits
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 416-964-7698 ext 217 - Fees
- Free
- Documents Required
- May vary; contact for information
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible building, assistance needed with main entrance; and barrier free washrooms
- Topic(s)
- Social Media
- Agency Information
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- Copyright
- Findhelp Information Services
- Last Updated On
- March 5, 2024
- Last Verified On
- March 4, 2024
- Address
- 4100 Chesswood Drive, Unit 1
Toronto, ON, M3J 2B9
Cross streets: Dufferin St and Finch Ave
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon9:00 am to 5:00 pmTue9:00 am to 5:00 pmWed9:00 am to 5:00 pmThu9:00 am to 5:00 pmFri9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Office Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Street Outreach (MJRH): Mon-Sat 2 pm-12 midnight, Sun 10 am-8 pm - Service Area(s)
- Toronto Downtown
