we are currently hiring for 'job developer'

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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