Employment Specialist Emp-u23-04 - Toronto, Canada - Springboard

Springboard

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ABOUT US

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard's program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

WHO WE ARE

People are at the centre of everything we do. We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

We have an active Employee Engagement Committee that focuses on connecting staff through communication, a rewards and recognition program, career development initiatives and of course, social and team-building opportunities.

Springboard offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, permanent staff and, for all permanent positions, a savings plan that helps support our people in all aspects of their lives.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Job Class:
Union

Department:
Employment Services - Employment Essentials Program

Location: 3195 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto ON (Scarborough)

Status:
Full-time, Contract ( Jan 30,2023 to March 31, 2024)

Pay Rate:
$48,693.57 per annum

Vacancy Number:
EMP-U23-04

Available:
Immediately

The Employment Specialist, Employment Essentials Programs reports directly to the Supervisor, Youth Job Connection and works in a community based office with vulnerable youth and adults ages 18 and over and will provide assistance, counsel and information to clients on all aspects of employment search and career planning including assessment for eligibility and suitability for the Inspire and Reboot programs.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Case Management:

Formally meet with each client on a daily basis and participate in the co-ordination, facilitation, assessment evaluation of client programming, case conference; and client return to work action plans.

Accurate assessment of client needs and plan and identify achievable goals for clients. Communicate level of risk and needs to staff, students and volunteers through clients' profile and data. Evaluate client goal and employment development and programming as per Springboard and funder's guidelines.

Workshop Facilitation - Develop, facilitate and evaluate group/individual training workshops for individuals and groups in such areas as: career exploration, job search techniques, employability skills, resume writing, interview techniques, cover letter writing and essential/life skills. Provide clear teaching and instruction to clients with regards to pre-employment issues and follow-up as appropriate.

Community Outreach/Employer Engagement:

Conduct community outreach and assist with the placement of clients, and advocate on the clients' behalf when making referrals or conducting outreach.

Working relationship with community partners and/or external resources through networking, advocating and educating them on program / client needs.

Administrative Support - Managing client forms and records, maintaining accurate timely documentation in client files of client involvement and interaction and update and complete follow-ups in CAMS. Generate and provide periodic statistical and financial reports and pertinent documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with agency and funder standards

WHO YOU ARE

Postsecondary diploma/degree in the social service field
Two (2) years of recent related work experience in employment case management, employment counselling for and needs assessment of at risk youth and adults; facilitating and evaluating workshops in employability skills, career exploration and life skills; administration of aptitude and abilities tests and the use of the results for assessment and placement purposes.
Demonstrated skills in: case management, intake, needs and risk assessment, appropriate referrals
Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas, instructions and information in a clear and concise manner
Demonstrated effective crisis intervention skills in diffusing confrontational situations and ability to deal with people tactfully and courteously.
Exercise discretion and handle confidential information appropriately as per funder and legal standards
Plan, organize and prioritize work in a fast paced and multifaced environment in order to meet tight deadlines and deliver results according to program guidelines with mínimal supervision and interruption in service delivery.

Preferred Qualifications