Program Coordinator - Hamilton, Canada - YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1889,
YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton's original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework.

We are dedicated to strengthening women's and girl's voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

YWork for us?

At
YWCA Hamilton, we are intentional about fostering a workplace culture that values positive physical and emotional well-being through our values of Inclusivity, Equity, Community, Self-determination, and Accountability.

We invest in our employees so that we can bring our values into the communities in which we live.

We offer our employees:

Onthejob training and professional development opportunities
Staff fitness, childcare and recreation discounts
Opportunities to get involved in our community
A competitive total rewards package

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, and families every day, we would love for you to join our team

Position Description

Department:
Employment and Training

Reports to:
Manager, Skilled Trades

Location:
Hamilton, ON

Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week

Start Date:

TBD

Contract End Date:
March 29, 2024

Posting Date:
June 7, 2023

Plans and implements technical trades training in sector specific training workshops including academic upgrading, safety certification, and hands on training towards level 1 certification in conjunction with a Training Development Agency;
Participates in case management with internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner to ensure the ongoing success of program participants;
Facilitates outreach, intake and recruitment for preapprenticeship training programs and retains participants into the Pre-Apprenticeship Program in consultation with Manager;
Promotes and markets the Pre-Apprenticeship Program; working with the Philanthropy and Communications department;
Follows Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development guidelines and requirements for funding and increases participant's knowledge and training in the skilled trades;
Coordinates and completes curriculum development, facilitation and program delivery;
Works with participants in the setting and attaining of goals and provides coaching in both group and individual settings;
Persuades and influences employers to hire participants into job placements, raising awareness of the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce; acts as a liaison between service providers and employers to secure incentives for placement and training funding;
Engages and establishes program partnerships with employers, mentors, community partners and Training Development Agency regarding education upgrading, job placement/apprenticeship opportunities and progress during job placement/apprenticeship;
Maintains regular contact with stakeholders to discuss the participant's progress in the job placement/apprenticeship to ensure that participants are successful;
Reviews and evaluates results and recommendations from participants and stakeholders; shares program outcomes with Manager and stakeholders;
Ensures that policies and procedures are up to date, and that best practices are incorporated at all times;
Develops and implements appropriate systems to ensure monitoring of projects and initiatives in compliance with work schedules, outcomes and participant requirements;
Connects and assists in building strong and positive relationships with participants in a cohesive and respectful environment; engagement and follow up with participants of the program;
Nurtures and maintains relationships with partners, employers and volunteers;
Works with limited pieces of client/participant's confidential data and ensures that such data is stored in accordance with YWCA and funder policies;
Maintains accurate records, statistics and evaluation information related to the activities undertaken and outcomes achieved; reporting results to Manager;
Understands emerging trends, leading practices, industry professional standards;
Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
Perform other duties as required.

Working Conditions:

Works a standard 37.5 hours work week;
Some limited travel (less than 5%).

Qualifications

Completion of 2 years' college in business administration, career development, social services, skilled trades, human resources, or equivalent;
Minimum 2 years' experience in skilled trades, or social services;
Must have an understanding of the apprenticeship process;
Career Development Practitioner (CDP) or Job Developer Professional (JDP) is an asset;
Must provide a current Criminal Record Judicial Matters Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
Must have experience in working with persons with disabilities and/or mental health issues;