Employment Resources Consultant

YMCA of Greater Toronto•Toronto, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Resources Consultant provides encouragement and helps members to clarify their personal needs, set goals and establish a focus in their quest of employment. The Employment Resources Consultant liaises with local employers to provide information and recruitment opportunities. The Employment Resources Consultant provides ad hoc assistance to members using the Resource Centre to find information and to conduct a self-directed job search.

Requirements

University Degree in a related field preferred or completion of a Community College Diploma (or equivalent experience) in Employment Counselling, Human Resources Management , Social Services or related field
A minimum of two years related experience an asset
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation relating to employment and local labour market opportunities
Demonstrated knowledge of the local labour market and self-marketing techniques
Superior presentation and facilitation skills
Ability to work in an efficient manner independently and as part of a team.
Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Excellent written communication skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Proficient with Internet and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point
Access to a motor vehicle is recommended, travel between two sites
Flexibility regarding assigned schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends
Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
Job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

Welcome and greet participants; Assess and assist members with their employment needs and direct them to the appropriate service or programs; refer appropriate members to workshops and/or assisted services (employment counseling).
Assist members with resources in the centre, e.g. computers, fax machines, photocopier, resource guides.
Guide members on job search methodologies; provide resume critiques; provide sound knowledge of relevant legislation relating to employment and local labour market information and opportunities.
Schedule and facilitate group workshops relating to job search; onsite and offsite out in the community.
Conduct outreach to local employers for employment opportunities; up-date job boards with posting and co-ordinate job fairs.
Enter information into database ensuring data quality; Maintain accurate data on a daily basis, ensuring participants sign in; Complete and review intake documentation with participant; Produces written and statistical reports on a monthly basis.
Participate in program marketing, maintain distribution list, fax and email workshops calendar and flyers to community agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.