Gastown Vocational Services (GVS)

Description

Vision
Gastown Vocational Services GVS is an internationally recognized innovative employment and educational service which in collaboration with community and business partners supports individuals living with a mental health disability to lead a satisfying hopeful and purposeful life

Mission
GVS is committed to providing comprehensive vocational services and working closely with community partners to offer youth and adults with mental health disabilities expert vocational assessment work readiness programs career exploration work experience supported education training and supported employment

Goal
The broad goal of Gastown Vocational Services is to enhance and support an individuals work and educational readiness leading to employment as part of their personal recovery

Values
ClientCentered Practice
Every client is unique and should have access to flexible responsive and personcentered services that take into account his or her individual needs values and available resources

Empowerment and SelfDetermination
A person has the right to make decisions about their future and to take risks associated with change and growth

The Rights of the Individual
Each person has the right to participate equally in society free of stigma and discrimination

Hope and Potential for Growth
Nurturing and developing hope and a sense of purpose and contribution within each individual is critical to the success of an individuals rehabilitation and recovery

Resiliency
Recognition and focus on peoples strengths and their ability to adapt and to develop skills and supports to overcome challenges

Community Integration
Employment education and community involvement are key contributors to health

Partnership
Solutions and positive outcomes are possible through relationship building and partnerships with clients employers educators government and other community resources