Language Assessor York, Simcoe, Durham

4 months ago

Richmond Hill, Canada ACHEV Full time

At Achev, we believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to build a better life and a successful future. For more than 30 years, we have dedicated ourselves to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential. Today, we are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our dedicated team of nearly 400 staff delivers a wide range of innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs and services that empower our clients to prosper and our communities to thrive.

We thrive in a OneAchev culture where collaboration and an integrated service delivery will positively impact Achev’s resiliency, agility, success, and growth.

Join us in helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential

**SUMMARY**:
Reporting to the Coordinator, the Casual Language Assessor administers a variety of Canadian Language Benchmark-based language assessment tools to clients and refers them to language training options that meet their needs and preferences in the local community within the region of service. This position will be based in Richmond Hill with some travel required to sites throughout York Region, Simcoe County and Durham Region.

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Assessment and Referral**

Support the successful implementation of the coordinated assessment and referral service model and ensure maintenance of the operating standards and protocols at all locations

Screen clients for eligibility for language training programs based on immigration status, age and learning history

Administer full CLB standardized tests to assess the language skills of eligible clients

Ensure clients are advised on all appropriate language training options that meet their needs, goals and preferences

Provide referrals/ placement of clients to appropriate programs through established procedures using the HARTs database

Inform clients of the need to collect data for statistical and program planning purposes while ensuring that client privacy is protected under the conditions of the Privacy Act

Respond to client inquiries by phone and in person regarding training programs and offer orientation assistance

Provide information regarding training programs to clients whose needs and goals have changed

Assist in outreach and promotion activities of language assessment and training

Ensure a consistent, warm and welcoming approach to the reception of all clients onsite and at itinerant locations

Report sensitive situations and issues to Coordinator in a timely manner, providing unbiased, detailed background to inform positive consultation

**Support/Client File Maintenance/Reports**

Ensure accuracy of data input according to IRCC/MLITSD requirements

Liaise with training providers, co-workers and coordinator regarding general inquiries and client placement

Act as a resource for information regarding training programs available within the area by collecting and collating resources available from settlement and training organizations

Ensure client information and program documents and equipment are kept secure at all times in adherence with all privacy and security protocols

Undertake other duties as assigned by Coordinator

**QUALIFICATIONS**

CLBA and/or CLBPT trained and certified

Training and/or certification in the CLBPT, CLBPA, CLBLA, CLB-LPT, ELTPA and/or WLA is an asset

TESL ON Language instructor accreditation is required (preferably with adult ESL teaching experience)

Demonstrated knowledge of the process of second language acquisition

Demonstrated assessment/interviewing experience in the Adult Education field

Knowledge of the various training programs for newcomers and other clients that are available in the region and a clear understanding of the eligibility requirements for acceptance into these programs

Sensitivity to the diverse needs of adult learners and the multicultural community

Strong interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills

A proven track record of reliability, professionalism and accuracy within current role

Languages in addition to English are an asset

Excellent communication skills in oral and written English

Computer literate with proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Office and databases such as HARTs

**REQUIREMENTS**:
TESL Ontario accreditation is required (preferably with adult ESL teaching experience)

Training and/or certification on CLB-based tools is an asset

Ability to complete required assessor training through Achev/CCLB

Demonstrated knowledge of the process of second language acquisition

Demonstrated assessment/interviewing experience in the Adult Education field

Knowledge of the various training programs for newcomers and other clients that are available in the region and a clear understanding of the eligibility requirements for acceptance into these programs

Sensitivity to the diverse needs of adult learners and the multicultural community

Strong interpersonal, probl

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