418 Employment jobs in Canada
Bilingual Employment Specialist - Spark Employment Services
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The Employment Specialist is responsible for delivering a holistic approach to employment services, guiding job seekers through the full continuum of counselling, assessments, case management, and employment engagement. This role is focused on providing wrap-around support, addressing the individual needs of clients to help them succeed both in finding and retaining meaningful employment. The Employment Specialist acts as a guide, connecting clients to the necessary resources, tools, and support systems required for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to identify barriers and develop tailored action plans for each client
- Administer and interpret assessments that measure employability and educational readiness, providing feedback and recommendations.
- Provide personalized coaching in skills that support successful employment, particularly though not limited to: employment readiness, motivation, job search strategies, resume building, interview techniques, and job placement.
- Support clients through the preparation of job search tools and skills development, including resume reviews, interview coaching, and mock interviews.
- Offer appropriate referrals to external agencies and resources as needed. Provides appropriate referrals to outside agencies as required.
- Maintain regular contact with clients to monitor progress and provide support, adjusting strategies as necessary.
- Works in partnership with community partners including Ontario Works, to provide collaborative services. Conduct case conferences as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in a related field (e.g., Social Services, personnel management, Human Resources) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in employment counselling, recruitment, training, and/or human resource management.
- Proficiency in both official languages is required
- Must have a class G license, access to a reliable insured vehicle and have a good driving record
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in working with marginalized populations and understanding of diverse community needs.
- Certification in Employment Coaching, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Familiarity with local labor markets and knowledge of employment services and supports available in the community.
- Strong technical skills and experience with case management software and statistical data tracking.
- Must have a valid class G license, access to a reliable insured vehicle, and a good driving record.
Please email a cover letter and resume to:
Dhwani Bhatia
Organizational Change Manager
dhwanib"at"sudburyemployment.ca
“We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels valued and respected. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will be provided with reasonable accommodations, as needed, to support their participation in the recruitment process and their performance on the job. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to innovative solutions, and we welcome the unique talents and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our team. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs."
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Employment counsellor
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Work must be completed both in person and remotely.
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IKON Complete Inc. is a Recruitment & Search Firm specializing in identifying, & sourcing top performers for our clientele. Our clients include industry leading organizations who partner with us to be an extension of their HR & Recruitment function.
Position: Employment Lawyer
Location : Toronto, ON
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000 per year (depending on experience)
Industry : Lawyer/ Employment Law / Legal / Law Firm
Employment Term : Full-time / Permanent / Hybrid (3 days in-office per week)
Roles & Responsibilities :
- Represent clients in employment, human rights, and related matters.
- Prepare and draft correspondence, pleadings, mediation briefs, and legal arguments.
- Provide expert advice on a wide range of employment law issues.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience :
- 5- 7 years Employment Lawyer Experience.
- A partial practice/portable book of business preferred.
- Knowledge of applicable provincial and federal laws.
- Expert knowledge of Employment Law and practices in a non-union setting.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Notes: We thank all candidates for their time. Please be advised, once the profile is reviewed by our talent team, only those selected to proceed will be contacted to discuss next steps. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of hire.
IKON Complete Inc. is committed to providing accessibility to qualified candidates with disabilities. Requests for accommodation can be made at any time at ikoncomplete.com/accessibility -policy-aoda/
Employment Manager
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Salary: $70,000 - $5,000
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Reception House is a non-profit, community-based organization that delivers quality settlement, integration and support services to refugees and newcomers in Waterloo Region. Since 1987, Reception House has assisted thousands of refugees rebuild their lives in Canada through specialized programs and services designed to help them become established in their new communities.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time permanent Employment Manager to lead our Employment Team. The Employment Manager is a dynamic and strategic leader with the goal of developing and implementing a full-scale employment model for refugees and newcomers. This role will be responsible for designing and overseeing a comprehensive employment program, securing project funding, and managing partnerships with employers and community stakeholders. The Employment Manager will participate in the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), contributing to organizational-wide growth, success and workplace culture.
What youll do:
- Design, implement, and scale a comprehensive employment model grounded in the success of the Working Together initiative.
- Develop detailed work plans with clear timelines, performance indicators, and deliverables aligned with organizational goals.
- Identify grant opportunities aligned with department goals and write tailored grant applications to secure funding for Employment program.
- Manage existing grants throughout the grant period by maintaining donor and funder relationships, ensuring grant compliance and financial expectations, providing reports and updates on progress.
- Oversee the employment team providing direction, supervision, and strategic guidance to ensure effective implementation and alignment with various program and grant goals.
- Cultivate partnerships with inclusive employers and industry leaders to identify job opportunities aligned with client skills and aspirations.
- Organize and lead employer engagement activities such as roundtables, site visits, and networking events.
- Attend employment-related events to connect with employers, promote the program and create awareness about the benefits of hiring newcomers.
- Maintain strong relationships with employer partners to support ongoing collaboration and job development.
- Develop and implement systems and materials for pre-employment training, job matching, onboarding, and retention support services, facilitating these aspects when needed.
- Ensure the integration of wraparound supports to address employment barriers, concerns and sustain long-term job retention (goal of minimum one year).
- Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information.
- Develop and implement an on-going evaluation process to monitor client outcomes and adapt services based on data, feedback, and evolving needs.
- Develop and manage the Employment program budget, creating budget reports when needed.
- Track and analyze program metrics to demonstrate impact and support continuous improvement.
- Additional applicable duties as required.
What youll need:
- Completion of an accredited post secondary degree or diploma program in social service work, community development or equivalent education and experience in social services, non-profit sector, or international human service fields.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in employment services, workforce development, or related fields.
- Minimum 2 years experience in a leadership role is preferred.
- Proven experience in program development, employer engagement, and team leadership.
- Knowledge of employment funding sources and experience with fundraising or grant writing is required.
- Proven ability to design and implement employment programs, with experience in strength-based and outcomes-based programs.
- Strong understanding of refugee and newcomer employment barriers and solutions.
- Knowledge of the Waterloo Region labour market, employment legislation and labour laws, employment pathways and employment-related resources is an asset.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Intermediate-advanced computers skills, including proficient use of MS office 365, and digital platforms for data entry and reporting, and navigating databases.
- Excellent communication, partnership-building, and project management skills.
- Skilled in assessing client employment needs and developing individualized action plans.
- Capable of creating and delivering presentations, training materials, and employer-facing documents.
- Ability to organize, train and delegate work tasks, evaluate and coach someone elses performance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interaction and employer engagement.
- A high level of self-awareness that is sensitive to cultural and life experiences including trauma and harm.
- Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of others.
Working conditions:
- Valid Ontario drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle required.
- Ability to travel within Waterloo Region regularly.
- Comfortable working in both office settings and community locations (e.g., employer sites, community centers).
- Heightened risk of exposure to communicable diseases, vicarious trauma and high-stress environment.
- Extended periods of time spent sitting, working on computer using mouse and keyboard.
- Must be physically able to move freely throughout buildings and travel within community with reasonable accommodations as required.
Pay Range:
- 70,000 - 75,000 per year
Benefits:
At Reception House, we truly value our employees and the incredible work that they do. Some benefits we provide include;
- Generous vacation policy
- RRSP match program
- Flexible benefits plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff appreciation events
- Wellness initiatives
- Professional development opportunities
Reception House Waterloo Region will accommodate candidates partaking in the recruitment process upon request. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
Employment Advisor
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Maternity Leave Term - possibly 18 months in duration
Employment Advisor assists unemployed and underemployed individuals with all phases of their job/training searches.
Responsibilities include: reception, first point of contact with employees and employers searching for a job match.
Computer skills and good communication skills a necessity.
The qualified individual should enjoy helping people from all walks of life. Preference will be given to applicants with minimum 2 years experience but we will consider a combination of training and working knowledge.
Deadline for applications is May 16, 2025 4 pm
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13404- Employment Specialist
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Salary: $27.71
At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy great benefits and perks. Experience what it is like to join a purpose-driven organization and make meaningful contributions to our community. Explore our amazing new opportunities.
Division: Integrated Services for Newcomers
Program: Pre-Arrival Services - AEIP
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)
Number of Positions: 1
About the Position:
The Employment Specialist provides employment counselling to newcomers and their family members to address individual employment needs and helps them make informed career decisions through online services.
Reports to: Senior Project Manager
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides consultation on foreign credential recognition process and alternative career planning
- Assists clients in achieving employment outcomes through goal-setting, action planning and follow-up
- Plans, organizes and delivers employment webinars focusing on topics such as labour market information, resume/cover letter writing, job search strategies, and interview skills
- Works with Job Developer to deliver employer connection activities
- Links clients to other IRCC funded pre-arrival employment programs for further support, as well as to connect clients with professional and regulatory bodies
- Researches and assists in virtual recruitment activities, career talks and job fairs
- Assists in the delivery of job search programs and reviews/edits resumes and cover letters
- Participates in staff meetings for the purpose of sharing information, coordinating activities, and improving efficiencies and effectiveness
- Documents client needs, action items, progress notes and outcomes to a secure client database system and iCare for referral, report and evaluation purposes
- Maintains and prepares current and accurate statistics and records in order to assist AEIP in meeting funders requirements in program monitoring, planning and budgeting
- Performs other related duties as required
Education, Training and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Social Science
- Career Development Practice Certificate or equivalent preferred
- Experience in working with immigrant job seekers to Canada
- Experience in one-on-one employment service delivery
- Knowledge of case management process is an asset
- Experience in conducting employment workshops
- Knowledge of labour market information and resources in Canada
- Knowledge of employment systems and workplace culture of Canada
- iCARE experience an asset
Job Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Second language is considered an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
- Excellent group facilitation skills
- Excellent active listening skills
- Excellent time and resource management skills
- Excellent computer skills in MS Office Suite, internet research, and database system management
- Ability to work independently as well as a great team player
- Ability to work with individuals facing cultural adjustment challenges
About S.U.C.C.E.S.S.:
S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is a multicultural social services agency and registered charity located on the unceded Coast Salish lands of the xmkym (Musqueam), Swxw7mesh (Squamish), and Sllwta/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has been helping Canadians and newcomers to achieve their full potential on their Canadian journey since 1973. We are one of the largest social service agencies in Canada, with offices in BC, Ontario and internationally/abroad. We offer programs and services in the areas of immigration, newcomer settlement, English-language training, employment and entrepreneurship, family, youth and seniors programming, health education, community development, affordable housing and seniors care.
At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., we take care of our communities and our people!
Our staff is the source of our success and we make it a priority to ensure work-life balance for our staff. We offer a range competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to ensure the well-being our staff. Subject to the type of employment, benefit packages may include:
- paid time off monthly wellness days (up to 12 days per year)
- additional agency holidays (2 additional statutory holidays)
- 3 weeks annual vacation (starting) and up to 6 weeks (maximum)
- company-funded pension (GRRSP)
- extended health & dental plan
- employee & family assistance programs
- access to wellness programs (such as subscription to Headspace) , and more
S.U.C.C.ES.S. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that embraces diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to the equitable treatment of all individuals and will continue to embed diversity and inclusion principles within our policies, procedures, services, and activities.
Interested applicants should submit their applications by July 25, 2025.
While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Liaison Specialist
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Salary: $64900/year
Are you a connector, construction professional and a career builder? Then get in touch!
Due to operational constraints, we can only consider candidates who are located in SK or BC. We are unable to hire from outside of Canada at this time.
BCCA-Integrating Newcomers (BCCA-IN) is looking for an organised, people-focused Employment Liaison Specialist to help Canadian Permanent Residents build their career in construction in Canada before and after they land. Perhaps you have a HR or job developer background, worked on the operations or recruitment side of construction businesses, or maybe youve spent time in the trades or construction professions. Either way, you feel your practical industry knowledge and connections can be leveraged to ensure skilled immigrants add value to the construction industry as soon as possible. Your genuine interest in people also drives you to be available to advise, guide and help professionals, help themselves.
About us
Our program is funded by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The pre and post-arrival, pan-Canadian service helps high-skilled newcomers explore and build successful construction careers. Learn more
About the role (duties and responsibilities)
As an Employment Liaison Specialist you will be delivering:
- one-on-one career guidance;
- tailored resume, cover letter, LinkedIn advice; and
- Within the context of the in-depth skills and education assessment, help clients focus on the best career, credentials and connections activities they can engage in pre-arrival.
You will also:
- source job leads and
- make referrals to appropriate newcomer settlement services, professional associations, career regulatory authorities and employers.
You will be joining a team with multi-industry and practical immigration experience who have built successful careers in Canada and are committed to providing practical advice to make the process easier for incoming construction professionals.
On a day-to-day basis you willadvise all types of construction professionals including engineers, architects, project managers, estimators, technicians, tradespeople and those on the operations side of the business
(procurement, health and safety, supply etc.). You will also help skilled professionals understand how to transfer their education and experience into construction (or on occasion, other technical industries).
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Attitude:
- Experience in employment counselling
- Awareness of employment trends and key projects
- Experience working with new Canadians an asset
- Personal experience as a newcomer to Canada an asset
- Understanding of the Canadian apprenticeship system and/or industry regulatory bodies
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Fluent in French is a strong asset
- Effective organization, multitasking and time management skills
- Excellent oral, written and communication skills are essential
- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- This position does require travel
The ELS will be working independently anywhere within BC or SK and reporting to the Program Manager at another location. The position requires self-initiative, attention to detail, organization and discipline to achieve program targets.
BCCA considers the health and safety of each of our employees to be of primary importance. Our objective is to conduct our business in the safest possible manner consistent with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, applicable regulations, and good human resource practices.
Given the nature of the position, various locations across BC or SK can be considered, and the successful candidate will be working from home.
This position is currently funded to March 31, 2028.
Benefits
- Robust health benefits, including vision, prescription, and dental coverage
- 3 weeks vacation, and Health and Wellness Days
- BCCA wellness plan, including health spending account
- RRSP matching
- Access to Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Personal and professional development
Please apply no later than 4:00 pm Monday July 21, 2025. Ideal start date can be flexible for the right candidate.
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