*New program coming spring 2026!

This group provides an opportunity for Individuals to explore their personal employment and wellness needs while supporting the growth of the skills necessary to achieve their desired goals.

Through discussion, individual reflection and group activities, participants will explore how:

To create a greater sense of self and community that is wholistic and balanced.
To promote self-efficacy through building and practicing skills that support participation in the employment process.
To achieve meaningful employment that is sustainable over the long-term.

Eligibility to Participate:

18+
Identifies barriers to employment & requires additional support.
No current substance use that impedes ability to participate.

Program Schedule:

8 weeks
Tuesday – Thursday
10am – 2pm (with a lunch break)

Referrals must be submitted by a healthcare professional or support person.

We are currently accepting referrals for our April program.

Pre Vocational Referral

Part 1: Participant Information

First Name

Last Name

Address

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal

Home Phone

Date of Birth

Gender Gender

Cultural Identity

Part 2: The Referring Agency

Name of Referring Person

Phone

Agency Affiliation / Relationship to Participant

Participant Mental Health Diagnosis

Is the above referred participant involved with any additional healthcare or community support? Please List:

Part 3

Why is the participant being referred to the CMHA Pre-Vocational Program?

To what extent has the participants’ mental health affected:

a) Family relationships

b) Physical health

c) Employment

d) Social functioning

Has the individual experienced suicidal ideations/attempts?

Yes

Please explain

Does this participant experience any specific behavioural problems? (ie. Setting fires, physical aggression, sex offending, substance abuse, self, harm, legal charges)

Yes

If yes, please explain:

In your opinion, what are the most important areas for this participant to address?

By submitting this form you are acknowledging that all the information provided is accurate and correct to the best of your knowledge.

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Pre-Vocational Programming