Career Development & Employment Specialist

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 115,615,000 - 133,474,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Professional development opportunities

Forbes recognition

Job summary

Algonquin College’s Community Employment Services seeks an Employment Consultant to assist job seekers in obtaining suitable employment. You will develop a case management plan, support pre-employment and life-stabilization services, and coordinate with employers to place clients in roles with ongoing support.

The role emphasizes case management, collaboration with partners, and data-driven follow-up over a 12-month placement period at Pembroke Campus.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) year Diploma or Graduate Certificate in Employment/Career Counselling, Social Work or Human Resources, or equivalent
• Minimum of five (5) years previous experience in employment advisement or career development guidance to a diverse client group including social assistance recipients or individuals with disabilities
• This position is paid at Payband J
• Vacancy is for P16974
• This position requires regular on-site work at Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment advising and develop Employment Action Plans with clients
• Outreach to employers, match clients to job vacancies and discuss incentives
• Maintain documentation and data management for client and employer interactions
• Support and monitor clients for 12 months post-placement
• Collaborate with community partners to ensure seamless service delivery

Skills

Employment counselling

Career guidance

Client relations

Education

Diploma/Graduate Certificate in Employment/Career Counselling

Tools

Data management systems

Job description

Algonquin College’s Community Employment Services seeks an Employment Consultant to assist job seekers in obtaining suitable employment. You will develop a case management plan, support pre-employment and life-stabilization services, and coordinate with employers to place clients in roles with ongoing support.

The role emphasizes case management, collaboration with partners, and data-driven follow-up over a 12-month placement period at Pembroke Campus.