Joe was having problems with a tendon in his foot. He could no longer manage his janitorial job and decided he needed to find a different line of work. He read about the Neil Squire Society in the newspaper and joined the Employ-Ability program in Regina, Saskatchewan (new window).

“The best part of the course was when we took on disclosure,” says Joe. “I learned the questions that employers can and cannot ask and when to ask them to rephrase their questions. Another beneficial exercise in the program was goal setting. I could see how self-esteem is raised by making specific goals and achieving them,” says Joe.

Joe also learned about ergonomics and how they can help him physically with his computer set-up. “I have had some wrist strain and learned that the chair I’ve been using at home should have been raised. I am glad to know about proper posture. This will aid me in the long term with computer work”.

Joe has now begun his job search and we wish him the best of luck!

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