Employer Engagement Specialist

5 months ago

Edmonton, Canada pt Health Full time

Location: Edmonton or Grande Prairie, AB

Title: Employer Engagement Specialist

Department: Vocational Services 

Reports to: Program Manager 

Lifemark provides a comprehensive range of vocational services throughout Alberta and across Canada. A guiding belief is that given the necessary skills and opportunities, an individual may participate in meaningful self-directed employment; therefore, improving their overall quality of life. We support employers in addressing skills shortages, filling job vacancies, increasing retention, and developing a skilled and resilient workforce.

The Employer Engagement Specialist, working within the Talent In-Sight program, will be responsible for developing relationships with employers to identify their current needs in hiring and retaining staff. The Employer Engagement Specialist will work collaboratively with employers in the community, Employment Counsellors, and other Engagement Specialists to help employers improve their current hiring and onboarding practices. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, with marketing experience and will build a strong network with employers, business associations, community resources, and industry professionals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Actively market Lifemark’s vocational programming to employers and the community; some travel will be required to promote programming in all service areas throughout the province Connect with employers to identify their recruitment and hiring needs Contact employers (cold calling, networking, events, etc.) and develop a strong network of employer contacts Assess and address employer needs, barriers, and complexities while developing and managing service plans Apply HR best practices to provide individualized and impactful services to employers Ensure effective and ongoing communication with identified stakeholders, including participants, professionals, referral sources Refer participants to appropriate community resources, including Alberta services (available through the Alberta Government), Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers Create and maintain a database for employer connections and networking contacts Write reports in accordance with current templates, guides, standards and processes

Minimum Qualifications:

University Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business, Social Sciences or related field including Human Resources, Marketing, Community Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Education, etc. Experience in sales or marketing required Experience in HR is an asset Driver’s license and reliable vehicle required; ability to travel within city limits regularly/outside city limits occasionally Career and employment counselling, job development/placement, case management, disability management, and facilitation experience an asset Intermediate to advanced computer skills Knowledgeable on social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, as well as key job search sites including Glassdoor, Indeed, CareerBuilder for job searching and applications Solid understanding of the local labour market Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity Results and outcome focused Security background check required

What we offer:

Hybrid work environment Three weeks of vacation Wellness days Opportunities for advancement Travel reimbursement Laptop provided Cell phone supplementation

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