Language Assessor

For nearly 30 years, Achev has dedicated itself to helping newcomers and Canadians achieve their full potential. Today, we are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, youth, women, and inclusion services in the Greater Toronto Area. We place each client at the centre of our work. Our wide range of high-quality and personalized programs and services provide people from diverse backgrounds with the resources and guidance needed to achieve their goals. Achev is committed to creating a OneAchev culture - a culture where collaboration, integration, inclusion, and belonging are central values.

Achev Language Assessment Services York, Simcoe, Durham is looking for a dynamic individual with TESL Ontario certification to join our assessment team. 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 casual position will be based in Richmond Hill with some travel required to sites throughout York Region, Simcoe County and Durham Region.

**Assessment and Referral**
- Support the coordinated language assessment and referral service model and 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/MLTSD 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
- 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, problem solving and organizational skills
- A proven track record of reliability, professionalism and accuracy within current role
- Team focused with ability to work collaboratively and independently when needed
- 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
- Must have access to a reliable vehicle with a valid owner’s permit, license plate and current proof of automobile insurance and be willing to travel throughout York, Simcoe and Durham region as needed
- Must possess valid Ontario driver's class G license.
- Must be able to travel to other sites as needed and/or work remotely
- Provision of a Criminal Record Check is required