YMCA Wood Buffalo - Career & Employment

Community Programs / Career & Employment

Services We Provide

Resume writing - We can assist you in creating a clear and professional looking resume - the overall appearance; format and length; clarity; conciseness; description of skills and accomplishments.
Job Search Strategies - We can help you identify potential employers and job opportunities; market your skills and accomplishments and learn to apply on-line.
Interview Preparation - We can offer you information on typical interview questions and practice sessions to help your next interview be successful.
Career Counseling - We can assist you in identifying your skills and experience; information on provincial licensing requirements; referrals to IQAS, etc.

International Qualifications Assessment Services (IQAS) provides an assessment service which compares educational qualifications from other countries to provincial (Alberta) educational standards.

Our Resources

We have many resources that you can use, including:

Photocopying
Internet access
Fax Machine
Telephone
Newspapers
Business directories
Professional one-on-one assistance

In Alberta, employers determine their decision on who to hire based on educational credentials, work experience (technical skills) and personal qualifications (soft skills).

Some professions also require membership in their professional association in order to be employed.

Most employers will require verification of your credentials (e.g. copy of degree/ diploma), including confirmation of work experience (e.g. reference check with previous employer).

Employers value soft skills such as communication, teamwork, creativity, adaptability, problem solving skills, positive attitude, wiliness to learn, etc.