Public Service Commission
Department Overview
Branches
Workplace Diversity Employment Office - Disability Services
Disability Services and Programs
- Corporate Document Destruction Service
- Our definition of "disability"
- The Auxiliary-0n-Call Program
- The Training and Work Experience Program
The Workplace Diversity Employment Office (WDEO) Disability Services offers a variety of programs and supports for job seekers with disabilities.
Wage Subsidies:
Support for job-seeking clients with disabilities, with assistance for specific client needs
Hiring process information:
Informal discussions with individuals and groups about the Yukon government hiring process
Interview training:
Practical tips and first-hand experience with the Yukon government interview process
Computer training:
Access to customized, intermediate-level software training and skills upgrading
Support services:
Personalized support services to assist persons with disabilities adapt to the corporate culture of the Yukon government, address accommodation needs, and help their colleagues understand each new employee’s reality
Accommodation solutions:
Assistance for individuals who require various accommodations in the workplace, including physical items or supports such as electronics, job coaches or communication equipment (Expertise is also offered to employees, supervisors and department personnel developing accommodation solutions.)
Funding supports:
Resources to assist with on-the-job training positions and, in some cases, for the initial period of employment for successful candidates with disabilities
Special Programs
Training and Work Experience Program
The Training and Work Experience Program is an opportunity for persons with disabilities to train on-the-job in the Yukon government. Placements are in a range of job categories in government departments. An individualized training plan is developed for each trainee. The plan is based on a combination of experience or skill development needs, and the requirements of the job. Each Training and Work Experience Program placement lasts a minimum of six months.
Auxiliary-on-call Program
The Auxiliary-on-Call (AOC) Program provides people to fill in for employees, in many areas of government, who are away from their jobs for various periods of time. The AOC Program meets short-term, immediate needs of departments for administrative support staff. Candidates “pre-certify” in specific job classifications before positions become available.
WDEO Disability Services AOCs are employees of the Public Service Commission and departments reimburse the commission for their salaries.
More Information on Disability Services
- Disability Services Annual Activity Report - 2006-2007 [1580.60 KB
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- Disability Services Brochure [3328.68 KB ]
Contact WDEO Disability Services
Physical Address:
Workplace Diversity Employment Office
Main Floor, Yukon Government Administration Building
2071 - 2nd Avenue
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 1B2
Workplace Diversity Employment Office
Public Service Commission
Government of Yukon
P.O. Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 2C6
Internal Mail Code: Z-1
Email: wdeo@gov.yk.ca
Phone: 867-667-5898
Toll Free in Yukon: 1-800-661-0408 extension 5898
Fax: 867-456-3973
TDD: 867-667-5864
There is accessible parking at the south end of the building. Please call if you need assistance.
ASL and French translation services are available upon request.