Employment Consultant

3 weeks ago


Markham, Canada Job Skills Full time

**Employment Consultant**

**Full-time Opportunity**

**York Region**

**Who we are**: Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community.

**What we need**: Results-driven individuals who:

- Are inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals
- Have demonstrated experience in Career Counselling/Career Development Theory, Individual Counselling/Assessment Skills, Information/Resources, Consultation/Case Management, Diverse Populations, Ethical/Legal Issues, Research/Evaluation and Technology.
- Have demonstrated experience in Communication, Building Trust, Information Monitoring, Managing Work, Planning and Organizing, and Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills. (Facilitation experience is considered an asset)
- Have well-developed interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
- Have intermediate proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Have knowledge of community agencies, services, resources and employers within the community
- Facilitation skills are considered an asset
- Experience working with multi-barrier youth considered an asset
- Have a valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

**What you will do**: The Employment Consultant supports the activities of the Job Skills Employment Programs and Services activities by:

- Interviewing all clients to obtain employment history, educational background, and career goals, among other information, by using the Common Assessment Tool (CAT), which identifies client Stream A, B, and C
- Using the Initial Assessment (IA), identifying barriers to employment and assisting clients in developing job readiness skills and job search strategies through an Employment Action Plan (EAP)
- Achieving individual targets towards overall team outcomes
- Assessing the need for additional assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid, or further vocational training and making appropriate referrals
- Liaising with job development services, facilitation team, resources and information team, government departments, and other social, employment, and community agencies on mutual clients as needed to facilitate clients' progress
- Participating in delivering outreach and marketing activities within the community; including job fairs, community and employment agencies, and performing outreach to clients and employers
- Following up with clients at appropriate intervals to work towards progress and record outcomes
- Using the Motivation Interviewing (MI) counselling approach when working with the most vulnerable clients
- Ensuring all client notes and data entry is completed with accuracy and within a timely manner
- Delivering high-quality service as outlined in Job Skills’ customer service standards

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum education requirement is a Post-secondary education, preferably in Career Development, Employment Counseling, or Social Service and/or related experience
- 2-4 years’ experience in the Social Service sector

COMPETENCIES:

- Effective Communication/Listening Skills
- Fostering Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Multi-tasking Abilities
- Coaching
- Client Service Orientation

**What you will get**: In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers a competitive _salary and benefits package_

Job Skills is a forward-thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new programs to help individuals achieve economic independence. In doing so, we aim to contribute to the economic and social viability of our community. We are ethical, Client-focused, performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.

As an _Employment Consultant_ with Job Skills,you will work for a high-performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience in counselling and networking to help clients find and maintain meaningful employment.

**Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 1, 2023**

**JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee**

**Job Reference Number: MES071807**

**14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1**

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Markham, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Microsoft Word: 1 year (preferred)
- Social Service: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-09-01



  • Markham, Canada Job Skills Full time

    **Employment Consultant** **Full-time Opportunity** **York Region** **Who we are**: Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community. **What we need**: Results-driven individuals who: - Are inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals - Have...

  • Employment Consultant

    18 hours ago


    Markham, Canada Job Skills Full time

    **Employment Consultant** **Full-time Opportunity** **York Region** **Who we are**: Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community. **What we need**: Results-driven individuals who: - Are inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals - Have...

  • Asd Consultant

    3 days ago


    Markham, Canada Kinark Child & Family Services Full time

    **Job Description**: Kinark has introduced a benefit that gives employees in eligible roles the opportunity to work partially or fully remote if they choose to opt-in for this benefit. **This role (Autism Consultant) is assessed as a Roamer position requiring a few days in the office (3 days per week) unless business demands require.** **Job Summary**: The...


  • Markham, Canada CAA Club Group Full time

    **About Us**: As a Member Service Consultant (MSC) you will have the proven ability to provide exceptional experiences to our Members. In this role, you would be required to sell Memberships, and merchandise. You will also be required to make car rental reservations, take passport photos, issue International Driving permits and educate and provide Travel...


  • Markham, Ontario, Canada Robertson & Company Full time

    Salary: Senior Recruitment Consultant VMS – Toronto Robertson is looking for a goal-oriented Senior Recruitment Consultant to work in our fast-paced VMS environment to support our growing base of banking, techno-industrial and government clients.The successful candidate will have the following attributes:Experience with VMS/MSP program delivery covering...

  • Parts Consultant

    3 weeks ago


    Markham, Canada AWIN Group of Dealerships Full time

    How would you like to work with one of the most prestigious and well respected automotive groups? Join AWIN! We are a premier network of 24 luxury automobile dealerships as well as 3 state of the art collision centres in the Greater Toronto Area. Our company values its customers and employees and is invested in principles for success. We value doing business...


  • Markham, Canada Kinark Child & Family Services Full time

    **Job Description**: The Entry to School (ETS) service will aim to support families with children ages 3 to 5 who are entering school for the first time. Children enrolled in ETS will receive six-months of group programming focusing on building skills prior to their entry to school followed by six-months of transition supports and individualized...


  • Markham, Canada Robertson & Company Full time

    Salary: Senior Recruitment Consultant VMS – Toronto Robertson is looking for a goal-oriented Senior Recruitment Consultant to work in our fast-paced VMS environment to support our growing base of banking, techno-industrial and government clients.The successful candidate will have the following attributes:Experience with VMS/MSP program delivery covering...


  • Markham, Canada Silver Chef Full time

    **Join our Team!** SilverChef is looking for a Bilingual Customer Success Consultant to join our Markham office! This role requires someone with a keen passion for personal development, and comes with hands-on training and development, an amazing work environment, and growth opportunities with an extremely driven and high-energy group. This opportunity is...


  • Markham, Canada Silver Chef Full time

    Join our Team! SilverChef is looking for a Bilingual Customer Success Consultant to join our Markham office! This role requires someone with a keen passion for personal development, and comes with hands-on training and development, an amazing work environment, and growth opportunities with an extremely driven and high-energy group. This opportunity is...

  • Student Consultant

    19 hours ago


    Markham, Canada HongBo Student & Immigration Centre Full time

    Responsibilities: - Work closely with international students to understand their needs and goals - Assist with student recruitment efforts by promoting the institution and its programs - Analyze student data and provide recommendations for improvement **Skills**: - Experience working with students in an educational or counseling setting - Strong...

  • Travel Consultant

    5 days ago


    Markham, Canada Jade Tours Full time

    Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years - Experience: Experience an asset **Asset languages**: - Mandarin - Cantonese **Tasks**: - Manage difficult situations with customers - Perform general office duties - Sell travel products and travel insurance - Attend to cancellations and schedule...


  • Markham, Canada Enghouse Systems Limited Full time

    Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 5 years or more **Work setting**: - Relocation costs not covered by employer - Willing to relocate **Tasks**: - Confer with clients to identify and document requirements - Conduct business and technical studies - Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management and service delivery - Assess...


  • Markham, ON, Canada Aviva Full time

    Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Employment Counsel to join our General Counsel Office team. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently and proficiently in the full range of employment law issues. ...


  • Markham, Canada SCS Consulting Full time

    SCS Consulting Group is a consulting engineering firm providing services to the land development industry throughout the GTA and surrounding areas. Our services include the design and contract administration of municipal infrastructure for residential subdivisions, and institutional, commercial, and industrial site plans. Your position will be Field...


  • Markham, Canada Appcast Full time

    AECOM is actively seeking a creative highly talented Wastewater Engineer for full-time employment based in our Markham office (or one of our other Greater Toronto Area offices - Mississauga or Whitby). The appropriately qualified candidate will have a successful track record in the design of complex municipal wastewater facilities, with experience at...


  • Markham, Canada Roca Networks Inc. Full time

    Work Term: Permanent - Work Language: English - Hours: 30 to 35 hours per week - Education: Bachelor's degree - Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years - Electrical, electronics and communications engineering, other **Work setting**: - Help desk - Consulting firm **Tasks**: - Communicate electronically and in person with computer users experiencing...


  • Markham, Canada IBM Full time

    Introduction As an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally, collaborating...


  • Markham, Canada BGIS Full time

    **SUMMARY** The **People and Culture Business Partner (PCBP) **acts as a business partner to assigned client groups, provides sound guidance and advice to management and team members on People and Culture management-related matters in accordance to applicable legislations and internal policies and processes to assist PCBP provides recommendations, develops...


  • Markham, Canada SCS Consulting Full time

    SCS Consulting Group is a consulting engineering firm providing services to the land development industry throughout the GTA and surrounding areas. Our services include the design and contract administration of municipal infrastructure for residential subdivisions, and institutional, commercial, and industrial site plans. **What a career with SCS Consulting...