Careers

What we need

Results-driven individuals who:

• Are inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals and enjoys building relationships with the employer and business community
• Have demonstrated experience in sales, negotiation, building partnerships, innovation, coaching and facilitating change
• Have post-secondary education in a social services related field, human resources, marketing, recruitment or a combination of related education and relevant work experience
• Have well-developed interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
• Have knowledge of community agencies, services, resources and employers within the community
• Will have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

What you will do

The Business Liaison Specialist supports the activities of Job Skills’ employment programs and services by:

• Creating and maintaining working relationships with employers
• Helping employers determine needs, develop job descriptions and arrange for interviews of potential employees
• Promoting the organization and its pool of talent
• Performing on-site visits to employment locations for follow-up and monitoring
• Analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting collected job information to assist clients in selecting the work-environment best suited to them
• Meeting with clients regularly and follow up with their progress and needs
• Assisting in developing employment objectives, identifying barriers to success, building action plans, and strategies for evaluating progress
• Providing assistance and guidance in areas such as résumé writing, cover letter and interview preparation
• Ensuring suitable clients are matched with the appropriate work placements and mentoring opportunities; supporting workplace success; facilitating adjustments as required
• Implementing a marketing strategy and attend with specific promotional activities
• Using excellent customer service skills on the phone and in-person to deal tactfully and effectively with partners, organizations, government, and the general public
• Meeting targets and objectives as set by management and the funding requirements
• Developing monthly summary reports and complete other administrative duties as necessary
• Maintaining hard files and the electronic database as required
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, documentation of employers and clients
• Researching and analyzing current and future job market trends; identifying opportunities in the hidden job market that are relevant to the client base

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/certifications: post-secondary education, preferably a Job Developer certificate and/or related university degree with experience in job development
• 2-4 years’ experience in the social service sector

COMPETENCIES

• Building collaborations/partnerships
• Self-confidence
• Coaching
• Client service orientation
• Analytical thinking
• Accountability
• Persuasive communication
• Problem-solving

What you will get

In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers a competitive salary and benefits package!

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills Team!

As a Business Liaison Specialist with Job Skills, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience in counselling and networking to help clients find and maintain meaningful employment.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter. Also, please discuss how you’ve been involved in job development or related skills such as sales, negotiation, people skills and managing a caseload to achieve targets.

Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2020.

JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: MES071774
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org

What we need

Results-driven individuals who have:

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal)
• Education/experience in the following fields of marketing/communications; business/sales
• Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers
• Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task, in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with the use of social media
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
• Graphic design skills an asset (Adobe Creative Suite)

What you will do

The Community Outreach Assistant supports the client recruitment activities of the Job Skills employment programs and services by:

• Outreach and Client Support
  • Participating in the development and delivery of client recruitment outreach activities to promote Job Skills’ services to clients and community partners, and the general public
  • Assisting with the development of scheduled online outreach activities in York & Peel Regions, in co-ordination with the Client Recruitment Lead and the Marketing Department (such as email blasts, social media promotion, newsletters etc.)
  • Participating in the planning of promotion of events
  • Researching various promotional venues/opportunities for marketing/outreach purposes
  • Recommending and assisting with the maintenance and updating of resources, contact lists etc.
  • Using excellent customer service skills, both on the phone and in an online virtual setting, dealing tactfully and effectively with partners, organizations, government agencies and the general public
• Communication
  • Ensuring that the Client Recruitment Lead is kept aware of critical issues and weekly activities
  • Making recommendations to the Client Recruitment Lead and Marketing Director for new online activities
• Special Projects
  • Working with the Client Recruitment Lead and the Marketing Department to support the development and creation of outreach-oriented marketing and information tools
  • Assisting in the identification of trends affecting employment through formal research and observation
• General Office Duties
  • Becoming familiar with Job Skills’ mandate, objectives and programs (e.g. Employment Services, Youth Job Connection, Smart Start, Canada Ontario Job Grant, Business Services, etc.), through the review of available literature, involvement in virtual staff meetings and site-specific visits
  • Responding to general inquiries for information and referring online/telephone clients to appropriate Job Skills and other community services and programs, as required
  • Developing and maintaining a working relationship with all Job Skills’ departments, at all Job Skills’ offices
  • Learning to operate remote equipment related to the job function (e.g. phone systems and related computer programs, email and directories)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Must have a valid social insurance number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Preferred candidates are enrolled in either a college and/or university level program, majoring in one of the following disciplines
  • Marketing/Communications
  • Business/Sales
  • Events Planning
• *Foreign students are not eligible

COMPETENCIES

• Building collaborations/partnerships
• Self-confidence
• Coaching
• Client service orientation
• Analytical thinking
• Accountability
• Persuasive communication
• Problem-solving

What you will get

In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills team!

As a Community Outreach Assistant with Job Skills, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience to help clients find and maintain meaningful employment.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter. Also, please discuss how you’ve been involved in job development or related skills such as sales, negotiation, people skills and managing a caseload to achieve targets.

Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2020.

JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: HO071776
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org

What we need

A positive, client-oriented individual who:

• Is inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals
• Has demonstrated experience in communication, formal group presentation & facilitation, coaching, employability/needs assessments, curriculum development, planning, organizing and follow-up
• Has solid knowledge of all facets of job search and career development including the current Canadian labour market, Canadian workplace practices, job search strategies and techniques
• Has experience working with clients with barriers
• Is outgoing and experienced in engaging clients through outreach and has the ability to build relationships with community partners
• Has excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Has certification in Life Skills Coaching and Personality Dimensions, considered an asset
• Has intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint
• Will have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

What you will do

The facilitator supports the activities of the Job Skills employment programs and services by:

• Developing and delivering curriculum in support of service delivery, evaluates and adjusts accordingly
• Providing individual coaching as necessary to participants
• Working with clients to facilitate peer-led support groups around employability and job search and job maintenance issues
• Conducting employability workshops
• Participating in developing working relationships with community partners, employment agencies, mentors, trainers, employers to promote Job Skills and its services
• Assisting in delivering outreach and marketing activities/strategy within the community
• Participating in community activities and job fairs
• Networking with community and employment agencies as required
• Conducting outreach to clients and employers as necessary
• Developing monthly summary reports and completes other administrative duties as necessary including budget tracking for purchase orders such as client binders and supplies
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, documentation of client workshop activities
• Researching and analyzing current and future job market trends that are relevant to the client base
• Collecting, summarizing and reporting customer satisfaction surveys for workshop activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/certifications: post-secondary education, preferably in adult teaching and/or related experience
• 2-4 years’ experience in the social service sector

COMPETENCIES

• Oral communication
• Fostering teamwork
• Functional, technical and organizational proficiency
• Strategic thinking
• Self-confidence
• Coaching
• Client service orientation
• Planning and goal setting abilities

What you will get

In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers a competitive salary and benefits package!

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills team!

As a Facilitator with Job Skills, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting
individuals in achieving their employment goals.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter. Also, please discuss how you’ve been involved in job development or related skills such as sales, negotiation, people skills and managing a caseload to achieve targets.

Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2020

JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: MES071776
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org

What we need

A positive, client-oriented individual who:

• Is inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals
• Has superior oral and written communication skills and is an excellent listener
• Has and can show empathy for individuals who face challenges in achieving economic independence
• Has the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Has exemplary interpersonal skills to work with colleagues for the benefit of clients
• Has excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Is able to use their strong research skills to investigate community services and supports
• Has experience in the employment sector, helping people to achieve their employment goals
• Has intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint
• Has a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

What you will do

The Social Worker supports the activities of Job Skills’ employment programs and services by:

• Interview/assess clients to understand their needs, situations, strengths and goals to determine types of supports and services required
• Meet with clients one on one or in groups to provide counsel to assist them in developing skills to deal with and resolve their social, economic and emotional issues as they relate to achieving economic independence
• Contact and make referrals for assistance for clients including referral to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical/professional assessments/treatments and other services
• Assess individual, group, and family needs where needed in order to support the best outcome for the client
• Coordinate the facilitation of clients’ individual support networks, including Job Skills staff and client’s family members to provide financial and emotional support
• Liaise between client, family members (when appropriate) and employers to keep the client moving forward towards positive outcomes
• Update program team members on client issues
• Act as a resource to program staff to assist in resolving issues they may face with clients
• Maintain accurate records and preparing reports
• Engage and operate within Job Skills’ policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/certifications: University degree in social work
• 2-4 years’ experience in the social service sector

COMPETENCIES

• Effective communication (Listening skills)
• Emotional intelligence
• Fostering teamwork
• Strategic thinking
• Self-confidence
• Coaching
• Client service orientation
• Planning and goal setting abilities

What you will get

In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers a competitive salary and benefits package!

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills Team!

As a Social Worker with Job Skills, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience in counselling and networking to help clients find and maintain meaningful employment.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter. Also, please discuss how you’ve been involved in job development or related skills such as sales, negotiation, people skills and managing a caseload to achieve targets.

Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 17, 2020

JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: MES072075
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org