Job Developer & Employer Engagement Lead

Wesley-51dde031; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

RRSP contribution program

Employee assistance program

Staff events

Job summary

Wesley is seeking a dynamic Job Developer & Employer's Engagement Officer to support Government-Assisted Refugees through the STEP program in Hamilton. This role focuses on building employer partnerships, identifying job opportunities, and promoting participant skills to local employers.

As part of a three-year employment initiative, you will collaborate with Employment Case Managers to match candidates with suitable positions, coordinate placements, and assist with onboarding while advancing

Qualifications

• Minimum a community/public service related diploma (ex. Social Service Worker, Community Service Worker diploma) or equivalent with relevant practical experience working with jobseekers and/or high school diploma with relevant employment history and professional Career Consultant or Professional Career Development course completion/training.
• Advanced knowledge of a second language is an asset: Somali, Swahili, or Arabic preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in employer’s relations and/or job development role serving vulnerable and newcomer population, including victims of trauma, is required.
• Comprehensive understanding of Employment support programs, and available support to refugees, particularly landed immigrants.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with employers, businesses, and community partners to identify employment opportunities for STEP participants.
• Conduct employer outreach and promote the STEP program to expand job opportunities for Government-Assisted Refugees.
• Develop and coordinate job placement opportunities that align with participants' skills, experience, and employment goals.
• Work closely with Employment Case Managers to understand participant needs and support effective job matching and placement.
• Market participant skills and qualifications to prospective employers and promote the benefits of inclusive hiring practices.
• Organize and support employer engagement activities, including job fairs, hiring events, employer presentations, and networking opportunities.
• Assist employers and participants throughout the hiring and onboarding process to support successful employment outcomes.
• Maintain regular contact with employers and participants following placement to support job retention and address workplace concerns where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of employer contacts, job opportunities, placements, and related program activities in accordance with organizational and funder requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with the STEP Manager, Employment Case Managers, employers, and community partners to support participant success.

Skills

Employer relations

Job development

Education

Community/public service diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wesley is seeking a dynamic Job Developer & Employer's Engagement Officer to support Government-Assisted Refugees through the STEP program in Hamilton. This role focuses on building employer partnerships, identifying job opportunities, and promoting participant skills to local employers.

As part of a three-year employment initiative, you will collaborate with Employment Case Managers to match candidates with suitable positions, coordinate placements, and assist with onboarding while advancing