Kelly, whom I first communicated with in Employment Services, helped submit my resume and promptly introduced me to Stephan, the Employment Coach. Stephan then helped me to develop a solid, professional, and impressive resume and cover letter as per standards.
I also completed a free Language Assessment with the YMCA’s CLARS center. Rachel, my assessor, asked me about my career goals in Canada and later connected me Iris, the Career Coach.
Calling my experience “a hidden treasure”, Iris saw my capabilities and potential right away. She helped me focus on my experience, strengths, and qualifications. Iris not only helped create a pathway but also narrowed down potential employment sectors where I could excel. We elected to focus on Event Management. For me, truthfully, this was my ultimate dream.
Iris left no stone unturned and used all accessible sources and connections with employers. And when I wasn’t being shortlisted for interviews, Iris kept encouraging, motivating, and reassuring me. It all came at a time when I was beginning to doubt my skills and abilities.
Finally, my resume found its way to Vintage Inns. I was called in for an interview right away. A few days later, I got the call saying I got the job! After just four months of working with the YMCA and interacting with my guardian angels, I was able to secure the position of Special Events Manager at The Pillar & Post Hotel, one of the most reputed, respected, and luxurious hotels in the area.
I cannot describe my happiness at getting this job: in my favourite field of business, and at a management level. At one time, it felt hopeless and unachievable. Now as I look back, it feels as if the team transformed me. I feel like a caterpillar that transformed into a butterfly that is now happily returning to its natural habitat.
Achieving my career goal within such a remarkably short period, the team at the Y exceeded all my expectations. To summarise my experience with YMCA Employment & Immigrant Services: It was simply incredible.
I had all the best interest, care and the service. The team brought out the best of me and my experience and helped to improve and develop professionally. They are a very humble, helpful, pure and honest team. They never let me feel down nor did they make me feel I was alone. Rather, they kept working with me very hard and offered support till the very end. It genuinely felt like my own family.
All said, they really made my dream come true. Thank you, YMCA Team!