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- Leads Employment Services is a not-for-profit employment and
skills development agency founded in 1986
- We provide no cost assistance to people above the age of 14
with physical, mental health, development and learning
disabilities
- Having placed more than 12,000 candidates, our employment
specialists will work with you to secure a position
that matches your interests and experience
- Our clients earn competitive wages working for
well-respected public, private and not-for-profit sector
employers across Southwestern Ontario
- Focused on your success, the training and supports Leads
provides will help you achieve your personal best
as well as gain and retain employment
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Mission Statement
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- To provide people with disabilities/barriers
complete customer satisfaction, through quality
services.
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Mission Goals
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- To provide the highest quality services that
meet the individual needs of people with
disabilities/barriers.
- To be recognized as a leading organization
within the community in facilitating and enhancing
opportunities
for people with disabilities/barriers.
- To inspire staff to serve people with
disabilities/barriers in a sincere and empathetic
manner that respects
their rights.
- To continually develop a Board and team
structure that fosters responsible growth and
ensures effective
delivery of services to people with
disabilities/barriers.
- To maintain a Board and team structure that
actively supports the Agency mission.
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Beliefs and Values
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- We believe that all people are capable of being
productive, contributing members of society.
- We are committed to respecting the dignity of
each individual and recognizing his/her unique
strengths and abilities.
- We are committed to the concept of individual
choice and believe the individuals should be free to
exercise that privilege in their choice of
opportunities.
- We are committed to providing services based on
customers interests, skills, and aptitudes.
- We believe that Leads provides valuable services
to people with disabilities/barriers and the
community to enable both to benefit equally.
- We believe that every individual should be
treated fairly.
- We believe that our services are enhanced by
conducting ourselves in a professional manner at all
times.
- We believe that our services to the community
are maximized by active involvement and cooperation
between agencies and organizations.
- We see ourselves as an educational resource.
- We are committed to take a proactive approach to
developing new services to address community needs.
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| Excellence |
Empathetic |
Positive Attitude |
| Dependability |
Innovative |
Effectiveness |
| Integrity |
Proactive |
Efficiency |
| Trustworthy |
Team Work |
Non-Judgmental |
| Respect |
Sense of Humour |
Dedication |
| Flexibility |
Professional |
Results Oriented |
| Adaptable |
Equality |
People Centred |
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Candidates Say
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“The staff at Leads really know the job market…. they didn’t waste any time getting down to work and searching for a job.”
“As the parent of a child that goes to Leads, I like the group sessions. Everyone is friendly, has a good attitude,
and is approachable.”
“Without Leads I would have never found work, nor would I have wanted to. The staff at Leads was very helpful and determined.”
“I can’t express in words how appreciative I am of the service I received from Leads. My Employment Specialist was patient, understanding and kind.”
“The staff at Leads want to help you, not because they have to but because they want to.”
“I recommended Leads to all my friends. My employment Specialist listened and understood my problems. It is so exceptional to find professionals that understand peoples problems.”
“Leads makes people feel better.”
“Leads finds jobs and is an extra source of job opportunities.”
“Leads helped me find my job.”
“Awesome!”
“Leads opens doors.”
“Leads is a good place to start if your looking for a job…service is sincere.”
“I give Leads 5 out of 5! Good staff, good snacks and good service.”
“I would recommend anyone with a disability because they understand the needs of those with a mental illness.”
“Leads works hard to help you find employment.”
“Leads is wonderful, helpful and informative.”
“I got a job at McDonald’s from Leads!”
“Best Place.”
“Leads helps you through life.”
“Leads has been super from the moment I called.”
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Articles about Leads
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(The Lakeshore Advance, Wednesday, March 26, 2008-
Page 9)
Leads Employment Services for skills development
BY LYNDA HILLMAN-RAPLEY
Lakeshore Advance staff
Guest speakers at the Grand Bend and Area Chamber
meeting last week were members of Leads Employment, a no
cost human resources service.
This group's mandate is to provide people with
disabilities/barriers complete customer satisfaction,
through quality services.
Leads Employment Services is a not-for-profit employment
and skills development agency founded in 1986. They have
placed more than 12,500 candidates with more than 10,000
employers.
The Employment Specialists at Leads work with a diverse
range of, well-respected public, private and
not-for-profit sector employers across Southwestern
Ontario.
This no cost service that allows you to get an
understanding of what you need from the very beginning.
At Leads, they work with the employer to assess the
position available, the organization requirements and
the qualifications of the preferred candidate. This cuts
your upfront time and saves recruitment costs. This
company reviews the candidates' experience and
identifies the individuals that would best fit the
opportunity you are offering.
They present you a shortlist of only the most qualified.
The Pinedale Motor Inn saw the great potential for this
service many years ago. Mary Jo Snopko says over the
last five years they have been privileged to have on our
staff at least two Leads employees.
"They were; and one still is at present, a valued and
integral member of the Pine Dale Family.
He is a multitalented individual who helps to keep our
establishment running like a fine Swiss watch," she
says.
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Staff Credentials
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Leads staff is made up of very diverse and experienced professionals who
come from all facets of education and background: accounting, real
estate, business administration, human resources, social work, child and
youth workers, senior management, advertising and marketing, media,
developmental service workers, health care, pension underwriters,
personal support workers, social service workers, air cadets, crisis
counsellors, educators, restaurateurs, employment specialists, computer
specialists, graphic design, guidance & counselling, arts, fitness,
entrepreneurs and sales. Many have their post secondary education in
College certification, Bachelor and Masters Degrees as well as having
certification in specialized areas such as Special Education, Life
Skills, Personality Dimensions, Supported Employment, Not for Profit
Voluntary Management and many more. The dynamics of such diversity in
the Leads’ team has proven to be a strong and successful force in
achieving the balance of providing a good match to employers who are
hiring and people with disabilities and or barriers that have the
abilities and skills to perform the job. Leads strive for continuous
professional development so we may go beyond customer satisfaction,
creating a gainful solution for all. |
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Our Success
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| Fiscal Year 2006-2007, 2007-2008 (April 1-March 31) |
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2006-2007 |
2007-2008 |
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P/T |
263 |
315 |
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F/T |
216 |
245 |
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CP |
48 |
25 |
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Job Trials |
3 |
7 |
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Total |
530 |
592 |
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2006-2007 Retention |
2007-2008 Retention |
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JP |
77.00% |
85.00% |
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CP |
81.00% |
99.00% |
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