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Odd Job Squad Helps Youth Learn Valuable Skills

by Shanine Sealey

The Eagles Nest Youth Ranch (ENYR) Odd Job Squad has been busy throughout the summer months working hard on a variety of jobs throughout Saskatoon and surrounding areas.


The ENYR Odd Job Squad, which was created five years ago, consists of foster youth, ranging in age from 13-17 that work either independently, or as a team to help introduce them to the world of work, and teach them skills and responsibility such as money management, teamwork and customer service that will help prepare them to find a job on their own.


Jobs consist of many different things such as yard cleaning and maintenance, pet waste removal, grocery pick-ups and delivery, house cleaning, dump runs, dog walking, car cleaning, snow removal and more.


Eagles Nest is in place to provide a temporary support for youth that are lacking alternative family supports and through the Odd Job Squad, these kids have the ability to learn new skills and gain more confidence. The youth that participate in the OJS are always excited when a new job becomes available and look forward to having the opportunity to help others.


Customers are charged $15/hour per youth and a supervisor is on site to assist the youth with their jobs. Once complete, customers can pay by either cash or E-transfer.


For more information, or to book a job, contact (639) 533-6406 or visit the ‘ENYR Odd Job Squad’ on Facebook.

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