Employment Advisor – #4537 – S

• Providing employment services to clients through Job Search assistance
• Coaching clients while motivating, encouraging, supporting and reinforcing behaviours to empower them for job search
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of Employment Ontario program as well as OW and EI eligibility criteria and related programs and services
• Providing guidance with constructing a cover letter and resume
• Facilitating group workshops on job search, career development, health and safety, and job maintenance in house and out in the community
• Research information on: labour market trends, job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
• Maintaining accurate clients files, including mandatory documentation and follow up plans with clients to ensure ongoing maintenance
• Liaise with external agencies to facilitate referrals and promote EHC services
• Meet agency and Ministry set requirements and guidelines as well as individual targets
• Other duties as assigned

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, the Internet, social media applications, and the ability to use other software applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, bilingual an asset
• Post secondary education in employment counselling, social services, social sciences, plus related experience. Community development work or equivalent is an asset
• Driver’s licence with transportation and ability to travel within the Niagara Region
• Vulnerable Sector

Interested applicants should forward a detailed resume with cover letter to apply@employmenthelp.org outlining their qualifications no later than Friday March 16, 2018 at 4:30pm.

Employment Help Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.