School Liaisons support students in Grades 7-12 and their families in exploring career options, understanding Nova Scotia labour market information and how these connect to school choices.

We are committed to having a team reflective of the Region’s diversity and welcome applications from First Nations, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Persons of minority and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your cover letter or resume.

Successful candidate will be a highly dynamic, organized and detail-oriented individual with outstanding people skills, highly adaptable and flexible and has a passion for helping students/families to successfully implement their career goals. Self directed, accountable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
 
Responsibilities:

• Identify services and tools needed to support student and labour market connections
• During the instructional day, plan, promote or deliver career supports in consultation with school administration and other related school personnel (school counselor, teacher and specialist)
• During summer months work on youth focused initiatives, present on Lets Talk Careers and prepare workplans for the upcoming school year
• Gather and disseminate current and relevant career and Labour Market Information (LMI)
• Determine the degree to which tools, information and available resources reflect the needs of community organizations, service providers, employers/ industry partners and other referral agencies.
• Promote and deliver Let’s Talk Careers program at the Junior and Senior High School levels
• Delivery of student workshops focused on essential and employability skills that align with LMI, workplace expectations and job opportunities (individual or group sessions can be delivered at school and the community).
• Provision of support to Grade 12 students during their final semester which may include individual sessions for those who will be entering the labour market.
• Use approved Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) career software platforms to navigate labor market information, employment opportunities and to explore required workplace expectations
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the province to share resources and deliver virtual workshops
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required.

 
   Skills and Competencies:

• Good knowledge of community organizations, service providers, referral agencies and the public-school system
• Ability to access and effectively use information and communications technology, conduct research
• Solid understanding of Labour Market Information
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates practice of inclusion, ethical decision making and respect for diversity
• Commitment to professional development

 
Education, Training, Certification and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a related field, such as psychology, social services or education, is usually required.

• Willingness to obtain Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) designation
• Experience working with youth, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, African Canadians, other racially visible persons would be considered an asset
• Preference will be given to a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) or in final stages of acquiring designation
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check

To apply for this position, email your resume and cover letter in an MS Word Format, merged into one document to the attention of Margaret Matthews, Executive Director, mmatthews@empsolutions.ca  with the email subject line, Nova Scotia Works School Liaison and please identify which position you are applying for #1 or #2.
 
Please note that only 'emailed' applications will be considered. No telephone calls please.
 
Deadline for Submissions: May 29th, 2023 at 4:30pm
 
We thank you for your interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
Salary Range: $37,050 - $44,850

Job Developer will assist job ready clients who have difficulty marketing themselves to employers. The Job Developer will have a good understanding of diverse client needs, prepare clients for employment, make effective client-employer matches and maintain effective relationships with employers. The Job Developer will support program delivery and negotiate wage subsidy programs with Employers.

We are committed to having a team reflective of our Region’s diversity and welcome applications from First Nations, African Nova Scotians and other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, Persons of Minority and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your cover letter or resume.

37.5 hours/week
Primary Work Location: Bridgewater office, travel within Lunenburg and Queens counties.

Core Competencies:

• Confidentiality
• Accountability
• Professional Behaviour
• Teamwork
• Flexibility
• Respectful
• Adaptable and Flexible
• Communication – written & verbal
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity

 Responsibilities:

•  Assist job ready clients who have difficulty marketing themselves to employers, connect with employers.
• Research and identify companies, industries and growth sectors that are hiring in order to access job postings and uncover hidden job market opportunities.
• Effectively pre-screen and match job ready clients to appropriate employers.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Act as a liaison between the employer and client.
• Ability to match job ready clients’ skills to job requirements and use a strengths-based approach to job matching
• Able to utilize various strategies and incentives to develop employer relationships to encourage and support job matching and job carving.
• Preparing weekly and monthly reports

 
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Applicant must have:

• Good understanding of workplace culture and employer expectations
• Solid understanding of Labour Market Information, trends, fluctuations, occupations and employment opportunities
• Solid understanding of assessment, processes, tools and resources
• Good knowledge of community organizations, service providers, and referral agencies
• Working knowledge of employment/ career related services, programs and interventions

 
Must be able to:

• Work collaboratively with other staff members

• Access and effectively use information and communications technology; conduct research
• Adhere to inclusionary practice, ethical decision making and respect for diversity
• Commit to professional development and career self-management
• Design, organize and implement group sessions pertaining to job search skills with diverse client groups
• Negotiate wage subsidy programs with employers
• Assist in organizing job fairs
• Work closely and in partnership with the Employer Engagement Specialist to meet new employers and participate in community events as required
• Work closely with the Employment Support Practitioner to assist clients with preparing and maintaining their employment
• Follow up with clients on a regular basis
• Travel within Lunenburg and Queens Counties to meet with employers and clients

 
 Qualifications, Experience and Work Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a related field, such as psychology, social services or education, is usually required.
• Willingness to obtain Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) designation
• Experience working with youth, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, African Canadians, other racially visible persons would be considered an asset
• Preference will be given to a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) or in final stages of acquiring designation
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Record Check

To apply for this position, email your resume and cover letter in an MS Word Format, merged into one document to the attention of Margaret Matthews, Executive Director, mmatthews@empsolutions.ca with the email subject line, Job Developer.
 
Please note that only 'emailed' applications will be considered. 'No telephone calls please.'  We thank you for your interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
Deadline for Submissions: May 30th, 2023 at 4:30pm
 
Employment Solutions Society offers a competitive wage and a benefits package to employees.
Salary Range: $37,050 - $48,750
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 We are pleased to present Liverpool Area Job Fair 2023.  

Everyone is welcome, this is a no cost event.

May 16, 2023
1 - 4 pm
at White Point Beach Resort - 75 White Point Beach Resort Road, NS

Free round-trip shuttles by Queens County Transit to our event from the Tourist Bureau  - departing at noon, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.  Sponsered in partnership by Employment Solutions Society and Queens County Transit.

Registered Employers:  (check back often) - updated May 11/23

• ​APTEC
• Global Empire
• Jaspro Services Limited
• Liverpool Pizzeria
• Liverpool Superstore
• North Queens Nursing Homes
• Nova Scotia Health
• Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
• Paladin Security
• Queens Association for Supported Living
• Queens Learning Network
• Queens Manor
• Region of Queens Home Support
• Region of Queens Municipality
• Shell
• South Shore Work Activity Program
• The Friends of Hank Snow Society
• The Quarterdeck Resort
• Tim Hortons

CKBW will be broadcasting <<live>>.

Spanish and Ukranian interpreters on site to assist attendees with language translation.

Enter a ballot to win door prizes, draws will take place off site and winners will be contacted either by phone or email.

I am writing this comment to thank you guys for putting on the job fair that helped my daughter Julia obtain her first job.  Danielle set her up and introduced her to many of the vendors.  She introduced her to several contacts giving her the confidence she needed to come out of her shell and talk to prospective employers.  She assisted her with developing a proper resume and set her up with the school liaison Mike Girard, who works directly with students from Parkview Education Centre.  Mike made Julia feel comfortable and competent in the skills she had to offer and was highly impressed by her resume.  Julia successfully applied for several jobs and spoke with many employers.  She was contacted by Fresh Cuts for an interview and starts her job today.  Had Danielle not recommended the job fair to us she likely would not have made contacts on her own nor obtain employment.  I am very thankful for having a program like this in our community and the wonderful employees at your company that we had the pleasure of dealing with. Would highly recommend this group of individuals to anyone looking for employment.
 
Thanks,
Rebecca