receptionhouse

receptionhouse

Employment Specialist, Manufacturing Program.

Kitchener, Ontario · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 4 days ago
CommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Job Information: Job title: Employment Specialist, Manufacturing Program.
  • We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full time Employment Specialist - Manufacturing Program on our Employment team.
  • The primary objective of the Employment Specialist is to identify and evaluate participants' skills, knowledge, competencies, interests, and employment barriers, creating a personalized approach to employment services.

Responsibilities

  • In collaboration with participants, develop individualized employment plans/pathways to support participants in achieving their employment and career goals.
  • Provide employment-related orientation, employment coaching, job search assistance, resume support, interview preparation, and barrier resolution support.
  • Support participants throughout training, placement, workplace integration, and employment retention activities.
  • Coordinate referrals to internal and external support services to address participant needs and employment barriers.
  • Build and maintain relationships with employers, training providers, and community partners to support participant employment opportunities and program success.
  • Maintain accurate participant records, case notes, service documentation, data tracking, reporting, and program records using CaMS and other employment service tracking platforms, ensuring compliance with organizational and funder requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with settlement, resettlement, and other internal teams to promote employment opportunities and support participant success.
  • Attend employment-related events, employer engagement activities, and community outreach initiatives to support recruitment and employment outcomes
  • Reception House is a non-profit, community-based organization that delivers quality settlement, integration and support services to refugees and newcomers in Waterloo Region.
  • Since 1987, Reception House has helped thousands of refugees rebuild their lives in Canada through specialized programs and services designed to help them become established in their new communities.

Requirements

  • Minimum one year of experience in social services or career development work.
  • Knowledge of Employment Ontario protocols & processes is a strong asset.
  • Knowledge of the local labor market, employment pathways, and employment-related resources in the community.
  • Experience speaking in front of others in a teaching or training environment an asset.
  • Knowledge of employment legislation and labour laws.
  • Knowledge of additional community resources is an asset.
  • Excellent computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office 365 suite required
  • Ability to use Employment Ontario databases an asset.

Nice to have

  • Primarily working at a desk in a stationary position, using computer and related peripherals.
  • Heightened risk of exposure to communicable diseases, vicarious trauma and high-stress environment.
  • A valid driver's license and access to a car is preferred.
  • Some evening and weekend work may be needed to attend meetings and events.
  • Must be physically able to move freely throughout buildings and travel within community (Waterloo Region) with reasonable accommodations as required.

Skills

  • This vacancy is for a new role
  • About Reception House

Compensation

  • $53,000 per year

Benefits

  • Some benefits we provide include
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Reception House Waterloo Region welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and individuals from all equity-seeking groups.
  • The compensation posted reflects the expected pay for this role at the time of posting and may be adjusted based on experience, internal equity, and market conditions.

Company info

  • At Reception House, we truly value our employees and the incredible work that they do.
  • We are committed to providing clear and equitable compensation information.

Equal opportunity

  • If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please contact us at hr@receptionhouse.ca.
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