Student Employment Clerk

Lutherwood; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive not-for-profit organization is seeking a Part-time Summer Student Employment Clerk to support youth in securing summer employment. In this role, you will help assess client needs, manage program data, and assist in promoting employment opportunities. Ideal candidates are community-focused and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Employee wellness initiatives

Paid vacation

Discounted transit passes

Qualifications

• Experience in employment/career development.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist youth clients with obtaining summer employment.
• Collect and maintain client data accurately.
• Conduct eligibility assessments for job programs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Imagine being part of an organization that adds value to our community cares about its staff and creates a supportive workplace environment. Starling Community Services (formerly Lutherwood) is a progressive not-for-profit health and social service organization that strengthens peoples lives by providing mental health employment and housing services to more than 18000 people annually in Waterloo Region and Wellington County.

We need great people like you to help us realize our mission and support communities where everyone experiences mental wellness opportunities for employment a place to call home and a sense of belonging.

There is one Part-time contract Summer Student Employment Clerk position available starting on Julio 07 2025 and ending on August 29 2025 working 35 hours per week. Guelph Site.

Your Role :

As a member of the Employment Services Department works with the Youth Job Connect Summer and all Employment Ontario programs assisting youth clients to secure and maintain summer employment. Collects records maintains and files data on clients employers and programs to accurately manage training subsidies. program and client files. Welcomes and assists with providing information and support to all clients using the Resource Centre providing information and support. Attends Assists with workshops job fairs and information sessions.

Tasks : Client Service :

• Evaluates and responds to the needs of youth and employers conducting assessments for eligibility of the Youth Job Connect Summer and Youth Job Link programs.
• Assists with pre-employment training to individual youth one-to-one or in a group format preparing them for job search and work experience.
• Assists with matching students to work experience placements that relate to their skills interests short-term and long-term educational and career goals.
• Assists the Supervisor Employment Services to market the programs to employers and youth in Waterloo Region and Wellington County.
• Completes job postings to employers specifications and posts / advertises jobs accordingly.
• Tracks matches and arranges payment accordingly.
• Ensures positive relations are maintained with employers to maintain the integrity of the programs.
• Assists in advising clients as they use the Resource Centre in the areas of employment career planning education and training.
• Updates photocopies and faxes resumes for clients; supports with the completion of online applications.
• Remains knowledgeable and up to date on all tools and supports available in the Resource Centre including community resource pamphlets and flyers computer software accessibility tools and career planning assessments; provides guidance and assistance to individuals using these resources.
• Completes client follow-up calls for programs as requested.
• Administers customer satisfaction surveys on a regular basis. Reviews results with Supervisor and implements action based on customer feedback.

Administration :

• Ensures youth and employer eligibility criteria are met and verified as outlined in program guidelines.
• Collects records maintains and files data on clients employers and programs.
• Assists the Supervisor in the preparation of administrative and program reports and on-site reviews by funders.
• Works in conjunction with the Supervisor to ensure necessary statistical data is collected and recorded.
• Ensures that all program guidelines as set out by program funders are met.
• Stays current on labour market information related to job openings entry and skill requirements and other occupational information.

Your Talents and Experience :

Knowledge and experience of employment / career development through direct or indirect experience and training. Ability to relate well with the public. Strong organizational communication and administrative skills desired. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and as part of a high performing team. Strong interpersonal skills able to effectively collaborate with clients and teams. Some evening work will be oral and written skills. Working knowledge of MS Office and various social media and virtual platforms.

Whats in it for you

• J ob Band Student $ 17.20
• A positive work culture inclusive workplace policies and employee wellness initiatives.
• Eligible to join the HOOPP defined pension plan on a voluntary basis.
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistant Program which provides free and confidential counselling resources and services.
• Paid vacation (pro-rated to start date and hours for position; accumulated bi-weekly)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistant Program (no cost).
• Discounted GRT passes through membership with Travel Wise.
• Employee Referral Incentive Program.
• Agency Orientation and Training modules.
• Staff appreciation events.

If you are community-focused and share our values and antiracism commitment we want you to grow with us. Please submit your application through BambooHR in confidence no later than 4 pm on May 27 2025.

This is an internal and external posting.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If you dont have every single requirement and the exact level of experience listed in our description but the skills and experience needed for the role still resonate with you please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and quality; therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require any support submitting your application or during the interview process by contacting Human Resources at or by calling ext. 1247.

Commitment to Equity

As a community agency delivering mental health employment and housing services Starling Community Services acknowledges Canadas history of systemic racism oppression and the need for structural and institutional change. We are committed to continuously improving so that we may deliver equitable and accessible services to our entire community.

We are dedicated to embedding equity practices into the fabric of our organization recognizing that this requires ongoing effort education and dialogue. Guided by our equity strategy we are committed to providing equal opportunities for career advancement professional development and success for all staff regardless of their identity or background.

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