This job is no longer available.
Career Development Specialist - PATH Employment Services
CAREER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST CORE DUTIES
- Assist individuals in crafting impactful resumes and cover letters, refining interview techniques, and coordinating necessary accommodations to enhance their chances of securing employment
- Develop/maintain strong rapport with each job seeker, fostering a supportive environment
- Provide advice, conduct job search skills training, and organize activities geared towards facilitating employment for job seekers
- Demonstrate strong case management skills, ensuring all assigned clients are receiving prompt and attentive service
- Manage a caseload of 75 to over 100 clients, adjusting supports provided based on assessment of clients’ individual needs, strengths, and capabilities
- Actively contribute to achieving both individual and team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand and document individuals’ strengths, needs, abilities, and relevant factors associated with employment
- Continually monitor and tap into the local job market to identify and pursue suitable opportunities for clients
- Engage in regular case conferencing activities with team members, referring job seekers to employment opportunities
- Offer services in a welcoming and professional manner, ensuring job seekers' privacy rights are maintained at all times
- Maintain biweekly contact with all assigned job seekers, ensuring meaningful contact is made to move them forward toward meaningful employment
- Connect job seekers to permanent job opportunities through active engagement
- Other duties as assigned
- Preferred Education: Post-secondary certificate, degree, or diploma in a relevant field, Career Development Practitioner Certificate an asset
- Experience: Demonstrated background in a fast-paced, customer-centric setting, track record of consistently surpassing expectations and achieving goals within Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and:
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities coupled with efficient time management skills.
- Possess a high level of tact and diplomacy in handling various situations.
- Exceptional ability to connect and communicate effectively with diverse individuals.
- Strong proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
- Proficient in producing comprehensive and well-structured documentation
- Criminal record check is required.
This job is from CharityVillage