JOB POSTING FOR - Youth Job Connection Facilitator
 
Community Employment Choices, is an Employment Ontario Agency providing Employment Services to residents of Middlesex County. Services include a range of resources, supports and service components to respond to the employment needs of individuals and the labour needs of employers, and to help individuals on a path to higher skill training and employment.
 
Job Description
 
The YJC facilitator position is a multi-faceted role involving facilitation of pre-employment workshops, and job matching/placement for youth with barriers to employment. The Facilitator role requires expertise in all aspects of employment services including intake and assessment, pre-employment preparation, and placement support for clients who need additional mentoring in order to maintain employment.
 
Primary Duties:

• Ongoing development of group workshop materials as necessary to support participants’ (aged 15-29) needs, program  framework and organizational goals
• Assist with individual or group intake and orientation
• Facilitate program materials in a dynamic, engaging manner independently and with other CEC staff
• Evaluate the effectiveness of service delivery and present solutions to enhance services on an ongoing basis
• Integrate service across the organization through collaboration with CEC staff
• Document client participation and assist with case management requirements
• Provide participants with appropriate information, supports and referrals to meet their training and employment needs
• Maintain positive professional relationships and communication links with colleagues, the public and other relevant community resources
• Meet regularly with CEC staff to discuss client progress and ensure the highest quality of service is consistently maintained
• Determine needs, employment barriers, motivation and current level of readiness for available workplace opportunities
• Maintain regular contact with clients regarding job search progress, the development of leads and follow-up with clients and employers after interviews to determine next steps

 
Employer Services - In collaboration with the Job Developer:

• Contact and meet employers to determine their current and future employment needs, and respond to employer inquiries regarding CEC services and participants
• Connect with employers to discuss and explore potential employment opportunities, promote the services of CEC, and discuss participants’ skills and abilities
• Prepare and maintain necessary documentation for file administration and case notes
• Research appropriate employment opportunities for participants

 
General:

• Participate in marketing and promotion to various stakeholders including networking sessions and special events
• Work as part of the Agency team to ensure smooth delivery and coordination of services to clients
• Network with community partners and contacts, maintain a high level of knowledge regarding current employment trends and opportunities
• Comply with Agency policies and procedures
• Research and update understanding of labour market information and community resources on an ongoing basis
• Provide information and assistance to participants using the program resources
• Provide staff backup support as required within team and across locations
• Handle additional tasks as required by the Service Delivery Coordinator and Manager of Programs and Services

 
Skills and Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Human Services discipline or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge and understanding of youth facing employment transition
• Sensitivity to, and understanding of, issues and barriers to employment faced by diverse socio-economic groups
• Familiarity with Employment Ontario programs and guidelines
• Proven group and facilitation skills with a continuous intake process
• Problem solving skills and resourcefulness in meeting clients’ support needs
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, community resources in Middlesex County
• Committed to collaborative team approach with a positive attitude towards change
• Demonstrated ability to develop goals and service delivery plans with participants
• Experience with Common Assessment Process an asset
• Excellent verbal, written communication, organization and customer service skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation imperative

 
 
Apply with cover letter and resume by Friday July 15, 2016 – email or fax to:
 
Bill Pigram, Manager
Community Employment Choices
16B Second Street, Strathroy ON, N7G 3H8
 
Email:  bpigram@communityemploymentchoices.ca            Fax:  519-245-4507
 
We thank all those who applied for this position.  Please note that only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.