Employment Consultant, Connecting to Careers in Smart Manufacturing

ACCES Employment•Brampton, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

ACCES Employment is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to connecting diverse jobseekers with employers across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario, and Canada. Each year, ACCES assists over 56,000 individuals, including newcomers, youth, women, and refugees, in finding employment that matches their skills and experience. The organization offers customized job search programs tailored to the unique needs of its clients, with a vision of creating a fully inclusive labor force that reflects Canada's diverse population. ACCES is seeking skilled talent for a flexible and innovative environment, offering a comprehensive benefits package, an RRSP matching program, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. The 'Connecting to Careers in Smart Manufacturing' program is designed to upskill mid-level workers for the smart manufacturing sector, addressing the industry's need for skilled technicians and preparing participants for high-demand occupations through technical training, mentoring, coaching, personal branding, and employment placement.

Requirements

A post-secondary education in Career and Work Counseling, Adult Education, or a related field and/or 5 years directly related work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and self-management skills to work effectively with clients, co-workers, outside agencies, and employers
Thorough knowledge of all facets of job search and career development including an understanding of labour market trends and resources
Demonstrated ability to conduct outreach/marketing of clients and services to employers
Demonstrated experience in case and file management
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
Experience working in a MSOffice environment; familiarity with online platforms and database management programs (ex. Salesforce)

Nice To Haves

Online facilitation experience is a strong asset (in particular, experience with using Zoom, MS Teams, and Webex). The program will be run virtually.
Manufacturing sector-specific knowledge is an asset.
Previous experience with sector-specific programs is an asset.
Experience working with marginalized communities, including newcomers who may be experiencing employment barriers is an asset
Fluency in a second language will be considered an asset
Flexible to work occasional evenings and weekend hours

Responsibilities

Provide culturally sensitive employment services including intake and assessment, one-to-one and group employment counseling, and referrals
Facilitate workshops that will prepare clients to market themselves to employers and to find and maintain employment
Develop and maintain positive relationships with community organizations and partners to make appropriate referrals
Maintain an active caseload, including all file management responsibilities
Advocate on behalf of clients whenever necessary, including support in areas of employment, skills training, social assistance and equitable access to services
Meet monthly statistical requirements and maintain professional and effective information tracking systems on all activities performed
Conduct needs assessments and career testing in individual and/or group settings
Develop relationships with private and public sector employers in order to market ACCES services and clients and place clients in jobs
Participate fully and responsibly as an equal member of an employment consulting team
And other duties as assigned