Training and Facilities Coordinator

Construct operates as a link to Employment Social Enterprises within Blue Door that fosters a labour market attachment for individuals facing barriers around employment in York Region. Construct provides training, supportive employment opportunities, case management, wrap-around supports, and assisting participants to gaining an apprenticeship and/or employment in the construction trades.

**Job Summary**

Reporting to the Manager, Training and Employment, Social Enterprise, the Training and Operations Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day social components of the program. This includes running the daily participant workshop training, construction math, and coordinating on-site work opportunities. The applicant must be willing to address issues head on and actively seek ways to support program participants. This person must be a team player - participating in team meetings, providing new ideas on how to enhance and improve the program, as well as being flexible in completing various tasks as needed with a consistency and within the values, goals and mission of the organization.

**Responsibilities**:

- Deliver daily participant training to support the development of hands-on trades skills, foundational tool knowledge, working safely on a job site, and construction math.
- Collaborate with construction team to schedule on-site job opportunities for Construct trainees.
- Coordinate with Manager, Training and Employment, Social Enterprise and support staff to ensure participants are well supported throughout the program and beyond.
- Work closely alongside the on-site staff to address any underlying issues including conflict resolution and culture.
- Ensure trainees wear appropriate PPE and provide health and safety training.
- Coordinate with construction staff to provide on the job coaching, and ensure that Construct sites are an inclusive learning space for participants to grow their skills and employability.
- Ensure accountability among trainees to adhere to company policies and procedures and represent Blue Door’s values when working in the community.
- Conduct check-ins with on-site staff to ensure trainees are following health and safety guidelines and address any conflicts or barriers that may arise.
- Motivate trainees by providing constructive feedback that recognizes their hard work and achievements.
- Listen to trainees who need support and connect trainees to support staff as needed.
- Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage conflict on-site.
- Provide recommendations on how we can improve both the environments on site as well as any changes needed to support trainees and increase customer satisfaction.
- Maintain detailed log of tools, building materials, and products.
- Schedule regular maintenance for tool and vehicle checks.
- Examine new opportunities helping the program grow and continue to build out the resources and supports offered to program participants.
- Provide leadership through establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all stakeholders of the organization including program participants.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Respect and Professionalism**
- Maintain professionalism in the workplace.
- Work cooperatively alongside and support all Blue Door team members and departments.
- Adherence to the mission, vision, policies and procedures of the agency.
- Able and willing to promote harm reduction practices in accordance with core standards.
- Attend internal staff meetings and staff training as required.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all client and agency information.
- Utilize effective conflict resolution skills in accordance with (Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training.
- Foster positive and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues, community partners and volunteers.
- Provide referrals and follow-up as necessary.
- Meets with manager on a regular basis and participates in completion of annual performance evaluation.

**Occupational Health & Safety**
- All employees are responsible for carrying out work in a way that does not adversely affect their own health and safety and that of others.
- All employees shall learn and understand health and safety policies and procedures and will comply with them.
- All employees must be able and willing to work within all programs and with flexible schedules

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum College Diploma in trades related field or work experience equivalent
- Experience working in the skilled trades is required
- Desire to support at-risk populations
- Experience in providing training and mentorship
- Thorough understanding of building principles and basic building code requirements
- Excellent communication (oral and written), time management, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Screening police check required.
- Valid Driver’s license, reliable vehicle and insurance to travel for work.

**At Blue Door we believe that to support our clients and