Spécialiste Social

Progress Career Planning Institute (PCPI) is a not-for-profit organization that provides skill training, employment and settlement services to a diverse population, to reach their full potential. PCPI’s success in delivering quality service is based on a business-like approach, supported by knowledgeable caring staff, user-friendly resources, and innovative programming. PCPI is seeking a dynamic and reliable employment consultant - retention specialist who is experienced building business relationships, assessing clients’ needs and using a solution-focussed approach to assist clients find and maintain employment.
The Employment Consultant – Retention Specialist will work with an assigned caseload of clients and provide a range of supports to clients and their employers for the purpose of ensuring clients maintain their employment. Positively contribute to monthly individual and team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) while managing a challenging workload through prioritization and effective time management
Support the development of an individualized Employment Action Plan to support the client’s journey to securing long-term employment
Maintain regular face-to-face contact providing pre-employment assistance through vocational advice, job search training, skill development, work preparation and other activities outlined in the Employment Action Plan, supporting a client’s return to employment
Support clients with awareness and navigation, including accessing community resources to improve their job readiness, including facilitating and following up on referrals as appropriate
Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner including but not limited to client documentation/case notes, expenditures, and outcomes, etc.
Continually review the local job market to identify and pursue suitable employment opportunities directly with employers on behalf of our clients, including weekly cold calling and targeted marketing to potential employers
Conduct initial employer on-site visits to ensure the best working conditions for our clients and negotiate employment opportunity for clients with employer
Attend presentations at local job fairs and other employer-related networking opportunities
Coordinate and facilitate required training that will support job retention, including on-the-job training

Participate in hosting of community and in employer related networking events/opportunities
Display a high level of personal integrity and professionalism when representing PCPI
Deliver services in accordance with contractual commitments, IES guidelines, performance requirements and PCPI policies, and procedures
Post-secondary degree, or diploma in a relevant field (e.g., career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counselling, education, or human resources management)
coaching and mentoring clients; Knowledge of the local labor market, community resources, government programs, job search techniques, career development and issues relating to unemployment
Excellent documentation and writing skills, as well as in interviews/assessments, professional resume writing, vocational counselling, and individualized goal setting and planning
Fluency in French and/or a second language an asset
Solid understanding of confidentiality and other professional codes of conduct
Strong digital literacy, including MS Office suite
Employment conditional on obtaining a criminal record check
Possess organizational, planning and time management skills
Demonstrated interpersonal, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills
Possess a valid driver’s license and an automobile

In-person office setting with some traveling within the GTA and occasional evenings as needed.

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This is a full-time position with a competitive renumerations.
PCPI offers a competitive salary range of $50,000 to $53,500 per year with health and dental benefits and 2% RRSP contribution.
In keeping with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in our work environment, we encourage applications from persons from diverse backgrounds.

No telephone enquiries please .
We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.
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