Career Opportunity at COSTI
Facilitator
COSTI REQUIRES A FACILITATOR FOR ITS BRAMPTON EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LOCATION
Duties:
Prepare and facilitate in-person and online workshops in areas related to employment and pre-employment.
Conduct extended (1-4 week) structured workshops for targeted client groups such as immigrants, youth, experienced/laid off workers or women.
Liaise with Employment Consultants regarding changes to employment action plans and need for non-employment services and support.
Instruct clients on resume development and self-marketing strategies, effective interview skills and phone calling techniques, among other job search tools and techniques.
Assist clients to outreach and market themselves to employers to ensure placements.
Provide technical and professional support to clients using centre services.
Provide feedback on clients’ resumes, cover letters, employment solicitation, follow up and thank you letters.
Records services provided in various databases including CIS, conducts an initial service needs assessment to determine the need for COSTI provided assistance or community services referrals.
Evaluate validity of online resources relevant to career planning and development, job search strategies and employment opportunities.
Recruit employers for job fairs/employer events and coordinate marketing and delivery as part of an annual marketing strategy in collaboration with Business Liaison.
Liaise with and makes presentations to other community organizations, ethno specific agencies, training institutions, regulatory bodies, etc. to increase awareness about COSTI’s programs and services.
Compile statistics both electronically and in hardcopy using designated forms and procedures.
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Qualifications:
Career and Work diploma or equivalent with relevant practicum experience.
Minimum nine (9) months group facilitation and employment counselling experience.
Strong marketing background with experience placing clients in a corporate environment.
Experience in developing placements for a variety of professions/occupations.
Knowledge of the current labour market and industry trends.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent knowledge of community agencies and resources.
Excellent negotiation, communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
High organizational skills with ability to work in a team.
Knowledge of current computer packages: Word, Email, Internet.
Car is an asset.
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Location: |
10 Gillingham Drive, Suite 300, Brampton |
Duration of Position: |
Start Date: October 26, 2016 - Februrary 23, 2017 |
Starting Salary Range: |
$24.33 to $26.19 per hour |
Posting Date: |
2016-10-03 |
Closing Date: |
2016-10-17 |
Notes: |
This is a non-Union contract position scheduled to work 35 hours per week**
(Current incumbent is on a Maternity Leave)
**Hours of work shall be scheduled in accordance with Article 12.01 and shall consist of five (5) seven (7) hour days, Monday to Friday.
Priority consideration will be given to those on Notice of Recall.
“We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.”
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Mr. Michael Politi
Manager, Staffing and Orientation
COSTI Immigrant Services
1710 Dufferin Street
Toronto, Ontario M6E 3P2
Email: resumes@costi.org Fax: 416.658.8537 |
"We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."
COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.
