Position Type:	Full-time
Location:	London, ON
Date Posted:	Sep 15, 2025
Experience:	3 Years
Education:	College Diploma (2 years)

Job Description

Pathways Employment Help Centre

Pathways Employment Help Centre (PEHC) unleashes people’s potential through Employment, Skills Training and Advocacy

Pathways Employment Help Centre is hiring an Employment Specialist, Skills Training

Location: London, ON

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Skills Training, the successful candidate will blend already existing employer connections with the ability to create new employer relationships, uncover new job opportunities for PEHC clients, and effectively coach and encourage clients to find and retain successful employment. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, friendly and fit quickly into a variety of team settings. The successful candidate has connections in the community with local employers.

Is this you? Then you should definitely apply!

Job Requirements

University degree or post-secondary diploma in business, marketing, or human resources or significant business/industry experience offering similar skill sets
3-5 years’ experience in a similar role with demonstrated success
Connections to area employers, preferably in the construction and wood manufacturing industries
Experience facilitating large and small groups
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Collaborates well in a team environment
Self-motivated and able to manage tasks and outreach independently
Good understanding of job search strategies, London labour market information, resume creation and networking
Ability to effectively interview clients and employers to identify and determine needs, interests, and potential workplace opportunities
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations in a multi-cultural environment, and establish rapport with clients facing multiple employment barriers

This is what you will do

Network, interact, and liaise with local employers to market PEHC’s services, offerings and clientele and to elicit employment opportunities for graduates
Work with skills training facilitators to create and implement co-op opportunities for students
Assess and advise clients with strategies and steps for attaining employment as well as assist in placing clients in suitable job opportunities
Conduct client placement intake and assessment meetings to evaluate client readiness and next steps
Create and nurture strong relationships with clients and employers, monitoring placement situations to ensure retention
Maintain detailed records of client and employer interactions
Meet weekly and monthly targets associated with multiple funding programs

Negotiate training incentive contracts with employers according to current guidelines and funding, identifying employer needs and workplace opportunities for clients

PEHC is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified candidates to apply.

Why You’ll Love Working at PEHC: We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We celebrate diversity, champion inclusion, and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all.

Ready to Apply?
If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been waiting for, send your cover letter and resume to jobs@pathwaysehc.ca. The range for this position will fall between $45 and $52k annually. When you email, please be sure to include "Employment Specialist, Skills Training" in the subject line. Don’t wait too long—this posting closes on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. We reserve the right to begin the interview process and hiring prior to close of posting.

Note: Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. If you need accommodation due to a disability, reach out to us at (519) 667-7795.