Employment Coordinator (13-Month Maternity Leave Contract)

John Howard Society of Waterloo-Wellington; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based charitable organization in Cambridge is seeking an Employment Coordinator for a temporary contract position. Responsibilities include providing employment services, facilitating job placements, and conducting community outreach. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and strong networking skills. The position offers $29.88 per hour with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in job development, employer outreach, or recruitment preferred.
• Effective networking and communication skills required.
• Understanding of labour market information and trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide integrated employment services to jobseekers with individual action plans.
• Facilitate job placements and establish training agreements with employers.
• Conduct community outreach to market agency's employment programs.

Skills

Networking skills

Problem-solving techniques

Motivational interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services, business, human resources or career development

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Client file management software

Job description

Overview

John Howard Society of Waterloo-Wellington (JHSWW) is a community-based charitable organization dedicated to promoting effective, just, and humane responses to crime and its causes. Serving the Waterloo Region and Wellington County, we offer a broad range of programs and services designed to support individuals in achieving meaningful employment, fostering accountability, and encouraging learning. We work collaboratively with partners including community agencies, schools, probation services, police, courts, employers and others to create safer, more supportive communities. Our current strategic plan focuses on resiliency, collaboration and inclusion.

Applications are being accepted for a 13-month maternity leave position of Employment Coordinator, in the Employment Program, Cambridge Career Connections. This is a temporary contract position with an anticipated start date of October 14, 2025. The position is 35 hours per week, typically 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, with the possibility of working up to 6:00 pm on Wednesday evenings. The role is based in our Cambridge Office and reports to the Director of Community & Client Services (Youth & Employment), under the supervision of the Senior Coordinator. JHSWW is a unionized workplace covered by a collective bargaining agreement with UFCW; however, as this is a temporary contract role covering a statutory leave, it will not be included in the collective bargaining unit for the duration of the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Integrated Employment Services to Jobseekers: Complete a comprehensive intake assessment, identify barriers to employment, and develop an individualized action plan. Provide ongoing individual counseling and support related to employment, training and education. Develop and facilitate employment and training related workshops as required.
• Build and Maintain Relationships: Establish and nurture connections with employers, often within a specific industry or geographic area.
• Needs Assessment: Understand the workforce requirements of employers, including hiring needs, training preferences, and future workforce development strategies.
• Facilitate Job Placements: Work collaboratively with the Employment Team to identify and refer suitable candidates to relevant opportunities. Establish training agreements with eligible employers.
• Promote Services: Conduct community outreach to community services, schools and potential clients to market the agency and employment programs. Highlight benefits of training programs and services (e.g., Canada Ontario Job Grants) to upskill and retain employers.
• Develop Job Opportunities: Create new job roles and initiatives to meet the needs of employers and job seekers.
• Onboarding Support & Communications: Proactively address and resolve issues between employers and new employees. Ensure clients are aware of and accessing applicable Ministry funded supports. Connect clients to appropriate community services when additional supports are required.
• Data Collection and Reporting: Implement program evaluation methods and data collection tools to meet funder and agency expectations. Enter information into internal tracking systems timely. Track progress of job placements and COJG training; report milestone dates.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in social services, business, human resources or career development.
• 3 years’ experience in job development, employer outreach, employment counseling and/or recruitment (preferred).
• Understanding of labour market information and trends.
• Effective networking skills.
• Experience in business development, sales, recruitment and B2B recruitment is an asset.
• Strong leadership and assessment skills, with excellent verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and familiarity with problem solving and de-escalation techniques.
• Strong motivational interviewing/intake skills; cross-cultural and diversity awareness.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Current criminal records check clearance and ability to meet screening requirements for service/funding contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word), client file management software, internet search tools, and virtual meeting platforms.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and insurance are required.

Compensation and Benefits

The current starting rate is $29.88 per hour. Additional benefits or payment in lieu of benefits will be determined.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé in PDF format to [e-mail] no later than Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 4:00 pm EDT. The job title should be included in the subject line of the email.

Equal Opportunity

The John Howard Society of Waterloo-Wellington is dedicated to providing a welcoming space for all clients, staff, volunteers, placement students, and guests. We welcome applications from people of all races, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and different abilities. If you require an accommodation or any aids during the application or interviewing process, please contact the HR Generalist to arrange suitable accommodations. Any personal information submitted will be retained for recruitment purposes only.