Employment Specialists London and Area

Are you a dynamic, energetic, and creative individual who aspires to have a fulfilling career?

Join the Growing Leads Team

Requirements – you must have:

- An undergraduate degree, graduate degree or Community College diploma in Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or a relevant field of study and a minimum of three years’ experience in a related Business/Social Services /Human Services/Education or relevant sector.

- Flexibility to work hours to accommodate clients’ needs may result in overtime.

- Reliable transportation to provide services in London and surrounding county areas. A vehicle is required.

- Must be able to provide in-person and some virtual services in London and Area. Redeployment to the outside of London and Area as needed.

- Valid Driver’s license.

- Verification of car insurance for business use under your name or willing to obtain.

- Bilingual in French or other languages would be an asset.

- A current satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check is required.

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

- Must be able to provide proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation of a medical exemption or reason related to protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.

- First Aid and CPR certification is an asset and may be required, as applicable per program requirements.

Leads offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. Full-time salary ranges from $50,000 annually for Employment Specialists, immediate Employee Assistance Program, and supplementary Health and Dental benefits with six months of service completion. Travel reimbursement $0.64/KM.

If you enjoy Working Conditions that include:

- A diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and culture;

- A flexible hybrid model of supporting clients, achieving results and your work-life balance;

- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities;

- Influencing others and teamwork;

- Interacting with individuals, family members, staff, visitors and government agencies;

- Travelling to provide services in clients’ and employers’ work locations;

- Accountability-driven with a high level of documentation and data tracking;

- Intermittent physical activity, including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting clients;

Apply today

London and area.

Qualified applicants should send a cover letter explaining what interests them about the role of Employment Specialist and a resume to hiring.committee@leadsservices.com stating “Employment Specialist” in the subject line.

Please note: that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

More Information:

Always on the cutting edge and innovative in serving our communities, Leads Employment Services (LEADS a three-time (2023, 2024, 2025) Best of London Employment Agency, provides specialized employment and skills development services for people with visible and non-visible disabilities and/or barriers in Southwestern Ontario.

Our primary goal is to meaningfully engage employers and individuals with disabilities and/or barriers to create an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workforce. Leads has placed over 20,000 individuals in employment since its inception in 1986. Since 2023, Leads has expended to serve all job seekers, with or without disabilities/barriers, who wish to achieve gainful employment.

The Employment Specialist case manages and assists individuals with/out disabilities in developing and enhancing skills to seek and retain employment; assesses labour markets; outreach to employers to promote employment opportunities, outreach to job seekers and the community to build trusting relationships and partnerships; provides support on and/or off job site to improve job retention; support employers in providing accommodations or clients’ work-related issues; maintain communication with employers, clients, advocates and community; complete required and legislated documentation. This position is perfect for someone with a Social Services, Business, Human Services or Educational background.

Leads Employment Services is dedicated to recruiting and retaining an inclusive, diverse, qualified workforce. Leads is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and endeavours to provide accommodations in the recruitment and interview process upon request. If you are selected for an interview, please notify the hiring committee of your accommodation requirements.

- Have completed secondary school or are currently working toward an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or community college diploma in business and/or social services or equivalent and have one year of related experience in a business, social services

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