Employment/Placement Specialist

March of Dimes Canada•Hamilton, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

March of Dimes Canada is hiring for a full-time Employment/Placement Specialist for their Hamilton region. This role is part of the Skills Development and Employment team, which focuses on helping people with disabilities find and maintain meaningful employment by matching them with employers. The team also provides support with assessments, rehabilitation, and child and youth programs. The company's purpose is to champion equity and empower ability, with a vision of an inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. Their mission is to be Canada's leading service provider, resource, and advocate in this area.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of experience in job development, employer outreach and marketing; and customer relationship management; reputable experience in recruitment and screening
Sensitivity to issues/barriers that people with disabilities experience
Well developed time management, problem solving, organizational and teamwork skills
Effective negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, sales and customer service skills
In-depth knowledge of the current labour market and labour market trends
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe software.
Ability to document, maintain records and assist in reports
Driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate and write in French is an asset

Responsibilities

Develop relationships with employers in a variety of industries, operating as contact point with companies and their contacts initiating job orders
Maintain ongoing effective communication with employers, ensuring all employer records are complete and kept up to date
Document employer priority needs and requirements to assist the ES team and clients to prepare for appropriate job matches
Work with the MODC ES team to match clients with employment opportunities secured through the job development process; and to ensure the placement is supported to the extent needed
Negotiate employment opportunities with employers and negotiate wage subsidy as/when needed
Develop an on-the-job training plan for the client if required
Provide follow up supports to employers, regular check-in’s and provide the necessary support, including accommodation support to ensure desired outcomes for both employer and client