YAIJ's Peer Support Training & Employment Program (PeerSTEP)

Thank you for your interest in YAIJ’s Peer Support Training & Employment Program (PeerSTEP).

This program includes an 8 week training session in developing peer support and relationship-building skills, for youth aged 15-30 who are Black, racialized, and/or neurodiverse. After the training, we will provide employment support to youth who want to explore job opportunities in peer support and related areas. Each training group will include a maximum of 10 youth. Trainings may take place in-person, online, or a mixture of both, depending on preferences. The training involves 5 hours of workshops each week, as well as regular readings, reflections, and meetings with the YAIJ Empowerment Coach to develop a personalized learning plan. 

Our next training is planned to begin in February. 

The first page consists of a few personal questions so we can get to know you a little better, and why you are interested in the program. The second page will collect your consent to participate in the program (if you are under 18, you will need your parent and/or guardian to provide consent). Please note you must be a resident of Canada to take part in this program. 

Questions? Comments? Concerns? 

We are committed to making this process as barrier-free as possible. If you have any questions, need support, or would like to provide your information in a different format (such as over Zoom), please email us at training@yaij.org. 

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YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name *
First and last name
What are your pronouns?
How old are you? *
Email *
Phone number *
What city do you live in? *
If the training is in-person, this will help us pick a training location that is convenient to everyone. It will also help us explore possible employment opportunities in your local community. 
What province/territory of Canada do you live in? *
Please note that you must be a resident of Canada in order to participate in this program. 
What days of the week and times would you be available to participate in training? *
Are you Black/racialized and neurodivergent? Please select all that apply. *
We are currently prioritizing applications from youth who are both Black/racialized and neurodivergent. 
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Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? *
If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you are likely entitled to work in Canada -- please select "Yes." If you are an international student in Canada on a study permit, you may be entitled to work in Canada with some restrictions -- please check the conditions of your study permit and select "Yes" if you are legally entitled to work in Canada. 

Unfortunately, only youth that are legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered for this program. 

If accepted to the program, you will need to provide us with a confirmation of your social insurance number (SIN) and a copy of your work permit (if this applies to you). 
How did you hear about our program? (optional)
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YOUR SCHOOL and WORK HISTORY
What level of education have you completed? *
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Have you ever had a job/ previous work or volunteer experience?

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Have you completed any previous work-related training?

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Please provide a brief summary of any organizations you have worked for, your role, and what you did in this role. You can also include volunteer experience. 

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This doesn't need to be long -- it's just so we can get to know you and your experiences a little better!

Would you prefer the training to be online, in-person, or a bit of both? Choose all that apply.

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How many hours a week can you participate in the training?

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What would you like to achieve in this program? Choose all that apply. *
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Are you interested in getting employment support following the training? *
If yes, we will meet with you to discuss your interests and preferences, and will support you finding a job in peer support or a related area. 
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Do you face employment barriers? (Please read the next question if your answer is yes; Skip if you answered no). *
Which employment barriers do you face? (Check all that apply).
How can we support your engagement and success in the program?
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Is there anything that would help you feel more comfortable?
Is there anything we can do to make the program more accessible for you?
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