Community Integration Specialist (Bilingual)

WCG International Consultants Ltd.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A community consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Community Integration Specialist. This role involves building relationships with local organizations to support clients' employment needs. Candidates must be bilingual and possess strong interpersonal skills. The firm offers a competitive annual salary of $65,000 to $70,000 with flexible working options and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of local services supporting diverse inclusion groups.
• Ability to work autonomously and be a self-starter.
• Capacity to build partnerships and identify collaboration opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with community organizations.
• Collaborate with managers to assess client needs.
• Prepare reports and present to stakeholders.

Skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in outcomes/target-based environments

Flexibility and adaptability

Proficient in data analysis and reporting

Job description

About the role

Location : Ottawa ON - hybrid

Travel Expectations : Within Ottawa ON region as required

Like WCG, you believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a Community Integration Specialist, you'll be responsible for building and nurturing relationships with key community organizations in your designated quadrant. The Community Integration Specialist engages local services to support clients in addressing barriers to employment and identifying appropriate routes towards employment. As the lead for integration in their quadrant, the CIS will develop expertise on the range of services and support available locally.

What you'll do

• Communicate regularly with community partners to provide updates on project progress, successes, and challenges
• Collaborate with managers and local operational teams to assess client needs
• Identify opportunities for engagement with local tables, working groups, and forums to promote the EO and WCG offer
• Participate in and contribute to relevant forums, committees, and meetings, promoting transparency and a collaborative multi-agency support approach
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting teamwork, accountability, and service excellence
• Prepare and present reports, summaries, and analyses to stakeholders and senior leadership, documenting project outcomes and impact
• Act as the key contact for community providers, ensuring queries on referrals or partnership aspects are resolved promptly (within 48 hours, or 24 hours when possible)

Qualifications : What you bring

• Bilingual (English and French)
• Experience and knowledge of local services supporting diverse inclusion groups
• Understanding of public sector and commissioned services in the local context
• Experience working in outcomes/target-based environments
• Ability to work autonomously and be a self-starter
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build effective relationships with internal and external partners
• Ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders, from CEOs to frontline staff
• Capacity to build partnerships and identify collaboration opportunities
• Flexibility and adaptability to different organizational cultures
• Resilient, persistent, sales-oriented, personable, and engaging
• High standards of advocacy, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing diverse audiences
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting, focused on measuring initiative effectiveness

For complete job requirements, see the full Job Description here.

Additional Information :

What we offer

• Work from home with a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 annually
• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching program of 1.5% of base earnings
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Flexible hours and part-time options
• Generous time-off policies supporting work/life balance
• Make a difference through your work!

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Matter

WCG values diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and representative workplace. We actively attract, develop, and retain employees from diverse backgrounds who have the ability and desire to make a difference. We support individual needs in an inclusive and respectful environment.

WCG is dedicated to accessible, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please advise us in advance if you require accommodations during any part of the recruitment process.

Passion and Lived Experience Matter!

If you don't meet all the credentials but are passionate about this role, please apply and tell us why you would be a great fit. We believe in developing talent and offer opportunities for passionate team members to grow towards their employment goals.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Administrative Skills, Time Management, Diplomatic Skills, Listening Skills, Language Fluency, Organizational Skills, Pressure Management, Discipline Skills, Communication, Relationship Management, Client Services, Flexibility, IT Skills, Orderly Condition, Secretarial Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1