Southwest Employment Services is a Nova Scotia Works Employment Centre. We provide high-quality, inclusive employment services. This system is for everyone, and will provide better career advice and information.  It will ensure all Nova Scotians looking for work have the support they need to find a good job, and that  employers know where to go when they’re looking for workers. The Society is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors.

Our services and supports are delivered by qualified career practitioners, counselors, employer engagement specialists, employment maintenance workers, job coaches, job developers, and information resource specialists.

Some of our Services Include: 

* Self Employment Benefits

* Resume, cover letter, and job search assistance

* Intake interviews to determine client needs

* Employment counseling and career development

* Referrals to training and upgrading programs

* Workshops

* Information and/or referrals to other service providers

* Referrals for academic and/or skills testing

* Job preparation skills

* Job Development

* Skills Development

* Job Coaching and Employment Maintenance

Incentives/Services Offered to Employers

* Wage subsidies for persons with Disabilities

* Follow up services & monitoring of job placements

* START program

* Counseling for special accommodations

* Information on accessibility standards

* Job descriptions and hiring plans

* Human resource support...and much more