For over 70 years, Hutton House has been a cornerstone of the London Ontario community. Our Employment Services help people who identify with disabilities or barriers to employment find meaningful work.
Employment Services
How to qualify for our FREE services:
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Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident living in the London/Middlesex area.
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Self-identify with a physical or mental disability impacting your ability to find or maintain employment.
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English Proficiency (ESL, English as a Second Language) level 6/7.
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Unemployed or underemployed.
How we can help you:
For over 70 years, Hutton House has been a proud part of the London, Ontario community, helping individuals build skills, overcome barriers, and achieve their goals. Our Employment Services support people who identify as having a disability to take the steps needed to connect to employment.
Could our Employment Services be right for you?
If any of the following sound familiar, we’re here to help!
Feeling anxious about interviews? We can help you build confidence and prepare for your next opportunity.
Looking for an inclusive and accommodating workplace? We can help you find an employer who understands and supports your individual needs.
Need help with your resume? Whether you’re looking for a refresh or starting from scratch, we can help you showcase your strengths and experience.
Not sure where to start with your job search? We’ll help you explore opportunities and navigate the path to employment.
Looking to strengthen your work-ready skills? Our pre-employment workshops help you learn, practice, and build the confidence you need to enter the workforce.
In 2025, Hutton House Employment Services supported over 400 local job seekers to gain skills needed to succeed on their path employment.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to find meaningful work in an environment where they feel supported. We’re here to help you take the next step toward your employment goals
Explore the different employment services we offer below and discover how Hutton House can support your journey to success!
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Career Exploration
A variety of methods and tools are available to assist you to discover your strengths and employment goals.
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Employment Action Plan
A Case Manager works with you to create a step by step plan that recognizes your interests, strengths and supports that you may require to work toward your employment goal.
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Job Search
A Case Manager will assist you to find job opportunities in a variety of ways such as online resources, networking, cold calls and job development.
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Job Coaching & Job Retention
Job Coaches are available to meet with you at work to help you learn your job. They will assist you off site to resolve any work related challenges.
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Workshops
Employment workshops help to prepare and build confidence while looking for work. There is no fee. This can include both in-class and/or short term hands on internships.
Our Employment Programs
Hire Up Program
The HIRE UP program works under the guidelines of the London Regional Em-ployment Services. Participants are assisted in developing a personalized Em-ployment Action Plan and have access to 1 to 1 support and employment skill workshops. Participants may qualify for funding for employment -related needs like work clothing, specialized training, transportation costs and more.
When job ready, they will be work alongside a Job Developers to seek em-ployment.
Start your journey with HIRE UP today by filling out our Employment Services Application below.
Did you know?
Participants of the LRES Hire-UP program may be eligible for Employment Skills Training Financial Supports, and may qualify for Employer Incentives in exchange for an opportunity to show their talents in the workplace.
Goals, Preparation and Skills Program (GPS)
Goals, Preparation, and Skills (GPS) is a program funded by the Federal government’s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy to help unemployed or underemployed youth that are under 30 and facing physical or mental barriers to employment.
We offer 3 weeks of paid in-class workshops, 288 hours of paid placement and access to employment and training supports where applicable and available. We strive to find the best fit for the participant and employer, focusing on your unique talents and interests and goals.
To be eligible for the program, you must be not in school and are either unemployed or working less than ten hours per week.
Groups of five begin the program every six weeks, so click the button below to set up an intake appointment to join the GPS waitlist!
Did you know?
94% of participants that join the GPS program successfully complete 3 weeks of paid workshops and 12 weeks of paid job placement.
The ORCHARD Program
The ORCHARD program at the PATCH London is a 30 hour per week program including 3 weeks of in-class pre-employment workshops, followed by a 12-week hands-on paid placement within the hospitality and urban agriculture sectors. Must have a keen interest in the suggested employment fields!
PATCH-ED
The PATCH-ED program is a 10 hour per week program including 8 weeks of hands-on urban agriculture workshops and in-class pre-employment skill building. Eligibility includes self-identification of a disability/barrier, Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, unemployed/underemployed and having a keen interest in employment in the Urban Agriculture sector.
Participant and Employer Testimonials
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