Office Location: 10 Brother McSheffrey Lane, St. John’s, NL, A1B 5B2 

Mailing Address: 26 Graves Street, St. John’s, NL, A1B 3C5 

Community-Based Service Contacts: Each neighborhood community centre has a dedicated Career Consultant who provides employment and support services within their community catchment area.  Buckmaster Circle Community Centre  Career Consultant Contact: 709-691-0476  Froude Avenue Community Centre  Career Consultant Contact: 709-769-0354  Rabbittown Community Centre  Career Consultant Contact: 709-699-0313  Virginia Park Community Centre  Career Consultant Contact: 709-327-9231  McSheffrey Resource Centre  Career Consultant Contact: 709-699-2765  Newcomer Support Services Newcomer Support Coordinator Contact: (709) 769-1647 General Info: Email: contact@ccanl.ca  Twitter: @CCA_NL  Facebook: @CCANL  General Manager  Janice Henstridge  Cell: 709-699-0848  Email: jhenstridge@ccanl.ca  Tel: (709) 699-0848 Website: http://ccanl.ca/

Mandate:

The Community Centre Alliance is a non-profit organization that works in partnership with five neighborhood community centres in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. CCA provides employment and career development services, job-readiness programming, newcomer support, and wraparound services to individuals facing barriers to employment and education. CCA provides community-based, client-centered services to help individuals achieve their employment, education, and personal development goals through individualized support, referrals, and community connections. 

Target Population:

Individuals experiencing barriers to employment 

• Low-income individuals and families 

• Youth and young adults 

• Unemployed and underemployed individuals 

• Newcomers and immigrants 

• Individuals requiring additional employment and social supports 

• Individuals seeking career exploration, education, or training opportunities 

Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:

Services may include: 

• • Career Counselling and Employment Planning 
  • Job Readiness Supports 
  • Resume and Cover Letter Assistance 
  • Interview Preparation 
  • Job Search Assistance 
  • Labour Market Information 
  • Pre-Employment Programs and Workshops 
  • Employment Maintenance Supports 
  • Education and Training Referrals 
  • Referrals to Community and Support Services 
  • Wrap-Around Support Services 
  • Community Integration Supports for Newcomers and Immigrants 

CCA also employs a dedicated Newcomer Support Coordinator who works with newcomers and immigrants to assist with community integration, employment readiness, accessing community resources, and referrals to appropriate supports and services. 

Additional Information 

• Services are community-based and client-centered. 

• Support is tailored to individual needs and goals. 

• CCA works collaboratively with community partners, employers, training institutions, and support agencies. 

• Services promote long-term employment success, social inclusion, and community engagement. 

• Programs and services may vary by location and funding availability.