Employment Specialist_ Stratford

Pillar Nonprofit Network; London; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health and dental benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Leads Employment Services is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals with visible and non-visible disabilities or barriers in achieving and maintaining employment across Southwestern Ontario. You will manage outreach to employers, assist job seekers, assess needs and connect participants with appropriate supports.

The role requires an undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Social Services or Education with at least three years of related experience, willingness to travel,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or higher in Business/Social Services/Human Services/Education or related field with at least 3 years' related experience.
• Willingness to work varying hours including overtime.
• Must provide in-person and some virtual services across Stratford, Huron Perth and Bruce Grey counties; redeployment as needed.
• Reliable vehicle with business insurance for outreach travel; valid driver’s license.
• Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check current.
• Bilingual in French or other languages is an asset.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist individuals with employment development and skill-building.
• Outreach to employers to promote opportunities and to job seekers and community.
• Provide on/off-site support to improve job retention and accommodations where needed.
• Maintain communication with employers, clients, advocates and community partners.
• Document efficiently with high level of accuracy.

Skills

Client outreach & engagement

Flexible working hours

Strong communication skills

Travel coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree or higher in Business / Social Services / Human Services / Education

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Are you a dynamic, energetic and creative individual who aspires to have a fulfilling career?

Join the Growing Leads Team!

Requirements – you must have:

• An undergraduate degree, graduate degree or Community College diploma in Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or relevant field of study and a minimum of three years’ experience in a related Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or relevant sector.
• Flexibility to work hours to accommodate clients’ needs which may result in overtime.
• Must be able to provide in-person and some virtual services in Stratford, Huron Perth and Bruce Grey counties . Redeployment to the outside of Stratford, Huron and Perth counties as needed.
• A reliable vehicle with insurance coverage for business travel is essential for outreach service throughout Stratford, Huron, Perth and Bruce Grey counties.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• A current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check is required.
• Bilingual in French or other languages would be an asset.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• First Aid and CPR certification is an asset and may be required, as applicable per program requirements.

Leads offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. Full time salary ranges from $50,000 annually, immediate Employee Assistance Program and supplementary Health and Dental benefits with completion of six months’ service. Travel reimbursement $0.64/KM.

If you enjoy Working Conditions that include:

• A diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and culture;
• A flexible hybrid model of supporting clients, achieving results and your work life balance;
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities;
• Influencing others and team work;
• Interacting with individuals, family members, staff, visitors and government agencies;
• Travelling to provide services in clients’ and employers’ work locations;
• Accountability driven with high level of documentation and data tracking;
• Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting clients;

Full time (35 hours per week) positions available in

Stratford, Huron and Perth counties.

Please note: Leads does not use artificial intelligence to screen or select candidates. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

More Information:

Always on the cutting edge and innovative in serving our communities, Leads Employment Services (LEADS), a four-time (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026) Best of London Employment Agency, provides specialized employment and skills development services for people with visible and non-visible disabilities and/or barriers in Southwestern Ontario.

Our primary goal is to meaningfully engage employers and people with disabilities and / or barriers to create an inclusive, equitable and diverse workforce. Leads has placed over 30,000 individuals in employment since its inception in 1986. Since 2023, Leads has expended to serve all job seekers, with or without disabilities/barriers, who wish to achieve gainful employment.

The Employment Specialist case manages and assists individuals with/out disabilities in developing and enhancing skills to seek and retain employment; assesses labour markets; outreach to employers to promote employment opportunities, outreach to job seekers and the community to build trusting relationships and partnerships; provides support on and/or off job site to improve job retention; support employers in providing accommodations or clients’ work-related issues; maintain communication with employers, clients, advocates and community; complete required and legislated documentation. This position is perfect for someone with a Social Services, Business, Human Services or Educational background.

Leads Employment Services is dedicated to recruiting and retaining an inclusive, diverse, qualified workforce.Leads is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and endeavours to provide accommodations in the recruitment and interview process upon request. If you are selected for an interview, please notify the hiring committee of your accommodation requirements.

a minimum of three years’ experience in a related Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or relevant sector.

Education: An undergraduate degree, graduate degree or Community College diploma in Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or a relevant field of study

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