Project Search PEI

On Friday, June 21st, we held a closing ceremony at the QEH for our Project Search PEI graduating class of 2024.

Congratulations to Bradley Arsenault, Blaze Cake, Natasha MacLellan, Jase Murnaghan and KJ Quinn! You have certainly earned the recognition you have received for your hard work and dedication over this past year. We are excited for the future opportunities that await you and encourage you to continue on your journey to employment.

Special thanks to the Hon. Jenn Redmond (Minister of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population) for bringing greetings on behalf of the Province of PEI and representing Skills PEI who provides funding support for the program.

Also, thank you to Mr. Terry Campbell (Administrator of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital) for bringing greetings on behalf of Health PEI CEO Melanie Fraser and the rest of the Health PEI and QEH team. Thank you for opening your doors to us, and providing opportunities for our interns to learn and grow within the QEH environment.

We are now accepting applications for our next program. If you or anyone you know are interested in learning more, please contact us at [email protected] or by calling 902-626-8353

We still have a few seats available for our Project Search PEI Fall program. If you're ready for an adventure to unlock new opportunities and gain valuable skills, please reach out to us through the details on our poster below.

Are you ready for a new adventure? Unlock new opportunities and gain valuable skills through our “Project Search PEI” program. Our next class begins in September 2024.

Don’t miss out - apply now to kickstart your journey towards a brighter future! If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to us through the details on our poster below.

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“We are thrilled to be embarking on our second internship at Project SEARCH PEI. The past two weeks have been incredibly enriching! This experience continues to be a valuable journey, providing interns with the opportunity to enhance their transferable work skills and contribute meaningfully to their respective departments . Interns appreciate the hands-on learning environment and the chance to apply the knowledge gained during their first internship. The collaborative atmosphere and the guidance from experienced professionals have been instrumental in their personal and professional growth. Interns look forward to the coming weeks of learning challenges, and contributing to the impactful work of Project SEARCH PEI.”

We all participated in First Aid training yesterday at Tremploy! It was a great learning experience but we managed to have some fun as well. 🙂

Today marks the final day of our interns' first internships. We want to send a special thank you to all of the participating departments; the patience, kindness, adaptability and acceptance you have shown towards the interns and our program is above and beyond what we could have asked for. We are proud to say this year's interns have opened doors in our program that we didn't think possible. Our interns and the team here at Project SEARCH are looking forward to second internship and what the new year will bring.

Happy Holidays!

Alright folks, we are coming towards the end of our first round of internship and are we ever impressed! Over the past two months we have watched our interns grow and thrive, personally and professionally. The confidence, curiosity, and eagerness of these young and promising individuals is amazing to see and something our interns can take great pride in, knowing they have made great strides in achieving their goals.

We look forward to wrapping up our first internships and seeing what round two brings us!

Did you know Tim Hortons Smile Cookies are making an appearance for the holidays? 50% of proceeds from cookies sold in Charlottetown will be donated to Tremploy with the remaining 50% going to Tim Horntons Foundation Camps.

Smile cookies are available until November 19th! Get them while you can!

Our intern, Blaze is learning some useful skills today. Here he is changing the oil and radiator fluid in the tractor like a pro! Maintenance is lucky to have this guy, way to go Blaze!🤩

With tomorrow being November 11, our intern Bradley decorated the doors of his department for Remembrance Day. We are proud of him for taking time out of his busy schedule throughout the week to honor the brave individuals who put their lives on the line for the people of this country.

Before..... and AFTER 🤩 Wow, would you look at our interns go! A little hard work goes a long way.

All interns are officially working in their assigned departments!

Currently we have internships in Physical Medicine, Environmental Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Maintenance, and Materials Management.

Thank you to the Health PEI staff in these departments for working alongside our interns, and supporting them on their journey to excellence!

Yesterday afternoon our interns dedicated their time to cleaning up the trail system between the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and The Hillsborough Hospital. They demonstrated tremendous teamwork and left the environment a cleaner, safer place.

When you take care of your surroundings, they will in turn take care of you! 🌳🌳🌳

Orientation has now been completed and our interns are beginning to roll out into their first internships!

We are so lucky to be working with this incredibly motivated, (and photogenic) group!

Share your encouragement with our interns in the comments below! 🎉🎉🎉

Project SEARCH PEI had a terrific, busy day learning to navigate the bus system! Our interns also worked together to prep, cook, and clean up after a healthy meal!

A wonderful and productive Wednesday! Bon Appetit!

Wow, what an incredible first week!

We are thrilled to introduce our 2023/2024 interns who have already shown their dedication, enthusiasm, and talent during this week. From day one, they've been diving headfirst into exciting projects, collaborating with our incredible team, and embracing every opportunity to learn and grow.

This is just the beginning of an inspiring journey together, and we are eager to witness the growth and accomplishments of this remarkable group.

Join us in congratulating our interns on a fantastic first week! Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as we continue this journey together.

🌟 FINAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS! 🌟

Project SEARCH is more than just a program; it's a pathway to success. Our program empowers young adults with intellectual and/or physical disabilities to develop valuable job skills, gain independence, and build a brighter future.

🚀 Ready to Apply?
Taking the first step is easy! Email us at [email protected]! We will send you an application form. We're here to help you throughout the application process, so don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

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Know someone who would benefit from the Project SEARCH program? Tag them in the comments below or share this post with your network. Let's ensure that everyone who can benefit from this opportunity knows about it!

We are currently hiring for the following role:

- Full-time Job Skills Coach – Project Search PEI

At Project SEARCH PEI, you will be part of a team embedded within the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, working with participants to learn and develop skills that could lead to employment.

We offer extensive training and orientation, a competitive wage package, starting at $20.70 per hour with group benefits available after completing a probationary period.

Successful candidates will be trained in Human Services or have equivalent education/experience. In order to apply, please click on the link below.

https://secure.jobtimize.com/fit/initial.jsp?PositionTypeID=104849

For more information on Project SEARCH PEI, check out our page. www.facebook.com/projectsearchpei

Apply to Tremploy We are looking for the perfect Human Services Worker. If you or anyone you know is interested in introducing themselves - please forward this link to them.

Unlock new opportunities and gain valuable skills with our Project SEARCH program. Don't miss out – apply now to kickstart your journey towards a brighter future!

Great job, Logan! If you or someone you know are interested in learning about our program, please reach out to our team! Our next intake starts in September! 902-626-8353 or [email protected]

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Last Wednesday, we were proud to hold the closing ceremony for the Project SEARCH PEI cohort of 2023!

Congratulations Colin, Samuel, Beonka, Logan and Jacob! This would not have been possible without the hard work and determination you brought forward each day. You certainly deserve a round of applause for this outstanding achievement! We look forward to seeing what is next for all of you!

We would like to extend a warm thank you to Health PEI staff for opening your doors to us, and providing opportunities for our interns to learn and grow within the QEH.

Thank you to SkillsPEI for the funding support which allows us to deliver this internationally-recognized and innovative program on PEI.

Special thanks to Terry Campbell (Administrator, QEH) and Mary Hunter (Executive Director, SkillsPEI) for speaking, and for all the support you both have provided to the program.

We are now accepting applications for our next program. If you or anyone you know are interested in learning more, please contact us at [email protected] or by calling 902-626-8353.

Here are some more pictures from our last day with the interns!

We enjoyed a delicious lunch at Phinley's Restaurant, and returned to the hospital for some final games and to present some personalized, intern awards!

We are so proud of the growth this group has achieved over the duration of the program!

9 months, 155 class days, 3 internships, one finale.

Today Project SEARCH PEI spent their final day at Off The Wallz - Stratford

After all their hard work, our interns deserved to finish the program with a thrilling adventure!

It is the final day of internships! We want to give a huge THANK YOU to all participating departments and Health PEI staff members! Project SEARCH PEI could not operate without your guidance, support, and the experiences you provide for our interns.

Congratulations to the interns of 2023! Your hard work and determination has allowed you to make it to the finish line. We have seen such incredible growth in this cohort, and while we are sad to see them leave the program, we are beyond excited to see what they choose to do with the skills they have gained over the past 10-months!

Cheers to a very Happy Friday!

It's the final week of internships for Project SEARCH PEI, and we have another department to highlight!

This week we're showcasing the Maintenance Department!

This department kindly welcomed one of our interns, who was able to learn various life skills including: Problem solving, communication, and teamwork!
Throughout this internship, our intern worked both on and off-site of the QEH to assist staff on service appointments and with maintenance repairs.

This is a great area for interns who like to keep busy with a team and get their hands dirty!

It's new and shiny and scanning for new opportunities!

Project SEARCH PEI has scanned in a brand-new department, Diagnostic Imaging!

This department has kindly welcomed our interns, and helped them develop important skills such as: Independence, communication, and social skills, including talking to strangers.

During this internship, interns are supported by a staff member. One of the important jobs to complete together is to greet and transport patients to and from appointments around the hospital!

We are very happy to be partnered with such a supportive and positive department!

Intake now open for Fall 2023, if you or someone you know is interested, please reach out by either:

- email: [email protected]
- phone: 902-626-8353
- message us on Facebook

See poster for further details

It's almost the Victoria Day weekend, and we have another Department Highlight to send you off with!

This week we are showcasing the Physical Medicine Department!

This department is brand new to Project SEARCH PEI, and is a great fit for an artsy intern! Equipped with their own workspace, Interns work on a variety of projects that will help assist patients and staff alike!

We are so happy to be partnered with such a positive, and rehabilitating unit!