We are currently looking to fill an Employment/Placement Specialist position in our West Central Region (Mississauga).The Employment/Placement Specialist will provide services to adults with disabilities who face employment barriers by matching them with employment opportunities secured through job development and supporting them throughout the process.
Responsibilities:
- Develop relationships with employers across a variety of industries, serving as a point of contact and initiating job orders with companies and their representatives.
- Maintain ongoing communication with employers, ensuring all employer records are complete and up to date.
- Document employer priorities and requirements to help the Employment Services team and clients prepare for appropriate job matches.
- Work with the Employment Services (ES) team to match clients with employment opportunities secured through job development and ensure placements receive the necessary support.
- Negotiate employment opportunities with employers and arrange wage subsidies as needed.
- Develop on-the-job training plans for clients, if required.
- Provide follow-up support to employers, conduct regular check-ins,
and provide necessary assistance, including accommodation support, to ensure positive outcomes for both employers and clients.
Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of experience in job development, employer outreach and marketing, and customer relationship management, with relevant experience in recruitment and screening.
- Sensitivity to issues and barriers experienced by people with disabilities.
- Well-developed time management, problem-solving, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Effective negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, sales, and customer service skills.
- In-depth knowledge of the current labour market and labour market trends.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work well under pressure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe software.
- Ability to document information, maintain records, and assist with reports.
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation required.