Job Responsibility:

Business Coach/Facilitator

Full-time Prospect

York Region

Who we are : Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community.

What we need : Results-driven individuals who:

- Is inspired by helping young Entrepreneurs achieve their employment goals
- Has experience working with Youth with multiple barriers
- Will be able to assist clients in all aspects of Business Plan development and implementation
- Has demonstrated experience in Communication (written and verbal), Formal Group Presentation & Facilitation, Coaching/Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Curriculum Development, Planning and Organizing, and Leadership
- Has Post-secondary education in Business Management and/or related experience working with small business clients
- Has intermediate proficiency in MS Office Programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Have a valid Driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

What you will do : Support Job Skills' Youth Entrepreneurship Program by:

- Developing and delivering in-class activities, workshops and curriculum to suit individual and group needs and learning requirements
- Coaching program participants on the skills and abilities necessary to develop an idea into a viable business, learn operational and start-up procedures and develop a Business Plan
- Participating in the marketing and outreach activities for the YEP Program
- Working one-to-one with participants to develop and monitor individualized Business Plans
- Participating in the screening, selection and orientation of Program participants

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum education requirement is a Post-secondary education
- Intermediate computer skills




- 2-4 years' experience in an administrative role

COMPETENCIES:

- Effective Communication/Listening Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Multi-tasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Client Service Orientation
- Fostering Teamwork

What you will get : In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers:

- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
- Generous paid time off (including enhanced vacation time off, personal needs time off and optional year round “summer hours” schedule, etc.) to encourage work/life balance
- Comprehensive, employer-paid health benefits package (including extended health and dental)
- Defined, employer-matched pension plan
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Free on-site parking

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills Team!

Job Skills is a forward thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new Programs to help individuals achieve economic independence. In doing so, we aim to contribute to the economic and social viability of our community. We are ethical, client-focused,



and performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.

As an Business Coach / Facilitator with Job Skills,you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals.

Job Skills is committed to fostering a workplace that is both inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. As a diverse workplace incorporates a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is essential to achieving success and client satisfaction in all Job Skills' Services and Programs. To meet these objectives, we invite all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please be advised that accommodation is available upon request.

We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title, and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter.

Please reply in confidence by 11:59 p.m. by Friday, January 19

JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee

Job Reference Number: MES121818

14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Business development: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Markham, ON (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Business Coach (Markham)
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