Employment Support Specialist
1 week ago
About The Link: Youth and Family Supports
The Link is a leading organization in Manitoba, dedicated to empowering youth and families through a range of programs and services. With a strong focus on community connection and compassion, we provide a vital link for those in need.
About the Opportunity
POSITION SUMMARY
The Employment Support Mentor plays a critical role in guiding participants towards skills development, job searches, and creating a positive work environment. This position requires a strong ability to network and create partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop partnerships with Winnipeg-based businesses to create work experience opportunities for youth
- Assess applicants to determine suitability for work readiness
- Conduct intake assessments and screenings to identify participant strengths and needs
- Collaborate with participants to develop personalized Personal Development Plans (PDPs) to boost workplace literacy
- Support participants in exploring career options that meet their needs and interests
- Facilitate referrals to enhanced support services for mental health and cultural needs
- Meet regularly with participants to provide progress reports
- Support participants and employers with any issues that may arise
- Develop and maintain the work experience partnership database
- Coordinate employment placements for all participants
- Provide financial oversight for payment to work experience partnerships
- Deliver and facilitate training and workshops on workplace literacy and skill development
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two years of experience working with at-risk youth
- Two years of experience in curriculum development and delivery or employment counseling/job coaching
- Post-secondary education in the human services field
- Proven ability to network and create positive community partnerships
- Effective leadership attributes
- Ability to provide supervision and evaluation to students performing practicum placements
- Understanding and appreciation of Canadian history and its impacts on colonization and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of community resources and strengths-based and solution-oriented approaches
- Crisis intervention, harm reduction, and conflict resolution skills
- Applicant certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR Level C, ASIST, De-Escalation training, Mental Health First Aid, and Safe Talk)
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry check, and Adult Abuse Registry check
- Ability to be flexible with scheduled based on program and participant needs
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract
- Access to a personal vehicle for work
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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