Employment Consultant

2 weeks ago


Kingston, Ontario, Canada The John Howard Society of Kingston and District Full time
ReStart is a program of the John Howard Society of Kingston and District. We provide a wide range of employment counselling services to help people prepare for, find and keep employment.

POSITION:
Employment Consultant

LOCATION:
900 Montreal Street, Kingston, Ontario.

STATUS:
Contract

SALARY:
Starting at $45,432

RESPONSIBILITY AND DUTIES:

  • Conduct needs assessments, job readiness and service planning towards employment outcomes
  • Provide targeted interventions to assist clients in developing effective job search/retention strategies.
  • Maintain client files (electronic and paper) and performing all related data entry.
  • Help clients overcome barriers to finding and retaining jobs
  • Maintain awareness of local labour market trends and training/education opportunities
  • Conduct initial intakes to determine service eligibility; explain and promote all Employment Ontario programs and services
  • Assess client needs with respect to job readiness, work experience, capacity to carry out a job search, and to make decisions about careers
  • Facilitate individual and group employment preparation workshops 9. Foster business relationships for employment opportunities for clients
  • Monitor client progress through regular contact with employers and service providers
  • Participate in staff meetings, team days, and other activities that foster positive working conditions and enhancement to service to clients
  • Provide temporary replacement and relief coverage, when required
  • Liaise with various levels of government and external agencies

Job Requirement

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A diploma in a related field or combination of education and relevant work experience
  • Experience in employment counselling, case management
  • Demonstrated understanding of the local labour market trends and challenges
  • Experience working with individuals from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, databases and internet experience with CAMs or IOM is an asset

How to Apply


The John Howard Society of Kingston & District is an Equal Opportunity employer, we are committed to providing an accessible workplace.

Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Type:
Fixed term contract

Salary:
$45,432.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • English not required

Education:

  • Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

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