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About the Role

Achev is seeking a business-savvy problem-solver to join their team as an Employer Liaison. This role is crucial for helping jobseekers find meaningful employment by creating quality job opportunities, building employer relationships, and supporting participants through job matching, experiential placements, and retention services. The position is based in Don Mills, North York, with local travel required.

Responsibilities

Proactively engage employers to identify work opportunities and promote Employment Ontario job matching and placement supports.
Match participants to suitable opportunities based on skills and interests.
Negotiate placement agreements, training plans, contracts, and financial incentives with employers.
Coordinate experiential and on-the-job training opportunities.
Conduct employer eligibility assessments and site visits.
Provide employers with information or training related to workplace safety, diversity, accommodation, and cultural sensitivity.
Monitor placements and provide coaching to support successful outcomes.
Administer employer contracts and incentive payments accurately and on time.
Identify participants who require enhanced on-the-job support.
Develop individualized retention support plans.
Maintain and oversee a pool of mentors/coaches and ensure effective mentorship relationships.
Monitor the success of mentorship supports and make adjustments as needed.
Document rationale for retention supports and update service plans.
Deliver structured job search assistance individually or in group settings.
Support career exploration, skills/interest assessment, and goal setting.
Facilitate workplace orientation.
Coach participants in life skills related to employment success.
Assist in developing resumes, applications, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
Help participants assess qualifications, navigate accreditation pathways, and access additional training or community supports.
Provide continuous mentorship and coaching during the job search process.
Maintain accurate and timely client records and follow-up activities in all required databases.
Collaborate with internal teams to update action plans and supports.
Support other components of the Integrated Employment Services (IES) model as needed.
Contribute to a positive, adaptable, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
Travel to other sites, locations, and employer locations to support client service as needed.

Requirements

University degree or relevant college diploma, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in job search coaching, job placement, incentives, or retention services.
Experience facilitating job-search workshops for adults using current strategies and tools.
Strong understanding of job search strategies, career counselling, and employment facilitation.
Experience supporting diverse groups (adults, youth, newcomers, and individuals with specialized needs).
Knowledge of community resources and related employment programs.
Highly organized, adaptable, goal-driven, with excellent time-management skills.
Strong communication, interpersonal, teamwork, presentation, and coaching abilities.
Strong computer literacy and familiarity with assessment and career resources.
Availability for evenings, weekends, or split shifts when required.
Proactive attitude, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including newcomers, youth, and social assistance recipients.
Proactively develop solutions to potential barriers.

Skills

Job Development
Matching & Placement
Job Retention Support
Job Search Support
Team Collaboration
Administration
Coaching
Interpersonal Skills
Presentation Skills
Time Management

Location

Don Mills, North York

Work Type

Full-time
Hybrid

Experience Level

Minimum 2 years’ experience

Education Level

University degree or relevant college diploma, or equivalent experience

Salary/Compensations

$55,837.04

About the Company

Achev has been dedicated to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential for over 30 years.
They are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area.
Their team of nearly 400 staff delivers innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs and services.
They thrive in a OneAchev culture where collaboration and integrated service delivery positively impact success and growth.
They use AI tools in their application screening process, with all hiring decisions involving human review.

Equal Opportunity

We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
We especially welcome applications from members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.