Employment Consultant - Facilitator

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario•Sudbury, ON

8d•CA$50,568•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking an Employment Consultant - Facilitator to join their team. This Full-time position is located at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s Elm location in Sudbury. The role involves preparing clients for employment through workshops and referrals to community resources. Responsibilities include developing curriculums, facilitating workshops, evaluating client progress, and recognizing client accomplishments.

Requirements

College diploma or University degree in Career Development or related field (Child & Youth Worker, Employment Counselling, Social Work)
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working directly with individuals facing multiple barriers to employment
Minimum of two (2) years facilitating motivational career development workshops
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced computer skills
Solid knowledge of appropriate health and safety standards and code
Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

Nice To Haves

Completion of Adult Education Certificate/Training and Development Certificate or in progress considered an asset
Knowledge and familiarity with Harm Reduction, Stages of Change and Motivational Interviewing considered an asset
Crisis management and life skills

Responsibilities

Establish and communicate objectives for all program workshops
Prepare training systems, course materials and supplies for training sessions
Facilitate training using various adult learning methods including life skills and employability skills
Deliver curriculum according to content and standards of the program
Guide trainees in applying their newly acquired skills and knowledge
Maintain case note documentation, workshop attendance and confidential data
Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping
Compile and report evaluation feedback
Embody the four foundational pillars of Motivational Interviewing (Partnership, Acceptance, Compassion, and Empowerment) throughout workshops
Respond to participant resistance with empathy, respect, and a collaborative approach
Demonstrate proficiency in the OARS communication skills: Open-ended Questions, Affirmations, Reflective Listening, and Summaries
Effectively teach and model the foundational Motivational Interviewing micro-skills to support participant learning and skill development