A dedicated team member
Greg was referred to Infinite Employment Solutions (IES) when he was 18. He is considered one of the most enthusiastic people around who strives to do the very best job that he can no matter what is asked of him.
While at AiMHi’s Infinite Employment Solutions, Greg and his Career Counselor focused on a work environment that would allow Greg to showcase his skills and abilities. When an opportunity presented itself to work at the Famous Players movie theatre, Greg did not hesitate to jump in and accept the challenge of employment.
Although he was excited about the opportunity of employment, Greg was nervous about being accepted for who he was. He quickly learned that he was accepted and quickly became part of the team. With the support of the Infinite Employment Solutions Career Counselor, his Job Coach, his family, and his new co-workers, he was able to overcome all his fears about working with new people.
When Greg first started with his new position, a Job Coach from IES was there to assist and support him to learn his new job. After his first day at work he was so much more confident. He was proud of being a member the Famous Players team. The Job Coach continued to assist Greg until one day he spoke up saying he no longer needed their support anymore because he could do the job on his own.
In order to work independently Greg also had to learn how to take the city bus and how to read the bus schedule. He does this all now with ease.
Greg’s parents are very proud of him. When Greg and his family are out together they are often stopped by people who recognize Greg and they congratulate him on his quality work helping people at the theatre. After a day’s work, Greg always tells his parents which friends came over to say “Hi” to him at work.
When asked what he likes best about his job, Greg will tell you “It’s the people, both the ones I work with and the customers at the theatre.” Greg is very proud of himself and of his work.
It has not always been easy. He has made small sacrifices to make work his priority, missing out on parties and dances, but work comes first for Greg. He has also found time to continue with Special Olympics as he is a dedicated athlete. He has simply learned how to balance his work and sports commitments.
Greg sees the value of work, he likes earning money and enjoys meeting and talking with the public. “It’s my job. I am responsible for making it be successful,” he says. Greg’s attitude and hard-working work ethic reflect positively on him and his co-workers in turn treat him with the respect he deserves.
Last year was an important one for Greg as he was named ‘Employee of the Month’ in August and then in December was named ‘Employee of the Year’. This public recognition simply underlines the commitment Greg made to his career. He is a conscientious employee who brings a positive attitude to work every day.
