Job Order Detail

Description

Working as part of the Settlement Services team to provide employment service and community connection opportunities to qualified Newcomers to Canada as outlined in the objectives through IRCCs Resettlement Assistance and Settlement Services Program. The Employment Coordinator provides guidance and opportunities for client to build employment-related skills and gain certification required to enter the workforce and successfully maintain employment. Assists with outlining detailed steps to achieve identified goals and provides individualized services and action plans that enable successful transition into the labour market.

Qualifications:    
-Post-secondary education and/or experience in working with at risk individuals, particularly immigrants and refugees;
-Experience in integrated case management an asset;
-Basic computer skills a necessity (word, email, internet);    
-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team;
-Must be able to work flexible hours when needed;
-Must have own vehicle and drivers licence;
-Must pass YWCA Security Clearance.

Employment Coordinator Duties:
-Assess client barriers and help to develop individualized action plans;
-Assist clients in obtaining job skills and employment-related training programs and initiatives;
-Assist clients with production of personal marketing tools such as cover letters and resumes;
-Organize and run employment-related workshops for clients; one-on-one and group employment skills training/coaching on job searches, electronic applications, workplace expectations and interview techniques;
-Assist clients with reporting income to IRCC, Saskatchewan Rental/Employment Supplement, and Saskatchewan Social Services;
-Ongoing Case Management;
-All other duties as requested by Manager.