Employer Liaison
About The Position
VPI is a Service Provider for Employment Ontario, funded by the Ontario Government to support jobseekers and employers. With over 30 years of experience, VPI operates in multiple locations across Southern Ontario. Our organizational values are Ethics, Passion, Innovation, and Courage, driving our commitment to making a positive and sustainable impact. We embrace inclusivity and diversity, aiming to create a supportive work environment where team members can be their authentic selves. We are seeking passionate individuals to provide exceptional client experiences, fostering environments where clients feel safe, heard, supported, and achieve progression through skill development and life stabilization, leading to sustainable employment and career development.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with employers.
- Understanding of labour market information and trends.
- Strong advocacy skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work and co-operate in a team.
- Proficient in using technology and software applications for documentation and data management.
- Ability to meet monthly and yearly targets.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Adaptability and flexibility to navigate changing priorities and business demands.
- Ability to empathize with job seekers and provide support and guidance.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to build rapport and trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Flexible approach to problem-solving and willingness to adjust strategies based on feedback and new information.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in job development, employer outreach, employment counselling and/or recruitment.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of VPI's services and Employment Ontario program eligibility.
- Develop and maintain a diversified employer portfolio to meet client needs.
- Advocate for clients' skill sets to employers, emphasizing individuals from marginalized and underrepresented groups.
- Connect VPI's value proposition to employer workforce development needs, ensuring strong job seeker-employer matches.
- Ensure smooth onboarding for job seekers and employers, arranging necessary accommodations.
- Stay current with prevailing labor market conditions and local/regional labor market developments.
- Coordinate employer events, including job fairs and engagement events.
- Support a caseload of job-ready clients with higher barriers into sustainable employment, maximizing financial support within program guidelines.
- Conduct site visits (virtual or in-person) to assess employer eligibility and ensure program compliance.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case notes and employer profiles in real-time.
- Meet all monthly and yearly targets, including Financial Support.
- Develop and implement effective strategies to achieve and exceed performance targets.
- Collaborate with the team to share best practices and innovative approaches.
- Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and emerging needs.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
