Job Developer

MUST BE LOCATED IN WINNIPEG.
NO RELOCATION PROVIDED.
NO IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP PROVIDED.
NO SPONSORSHIP FOR WORK VISA PROVIDED.
MUST BE PRESENT IN CANADA AND ELIGIBLE TO WORK.
HYBRID WORK - FROM HOME AND PARTNER SITESJOB DESCRIPTIONROLE TITLEJob DeveloperWho we are:
The Northwest Skills Institute, NW Skills, is a training organization that delivers skills development seeking work in Canada's key industries.
We also work with employers to improve business competitiveness through skills development.
The initiatives come together through our employment pathway programs to match job seekers to critical vacancies.
We serve:
Individuals seeking amazing careers by offering technical courses and vocational certificate programs;Employers, looking to hire or enhance their workforce, through an assortment of short duration, face-to-face courses to upskill workers in key business areas, including train-the-trainer programs;Non-profit and social benefit organizations, by partnering to deliver employment and skills training programs and to ensure clients are job ready.
What we are looking for:
We are currently looking for individuals to join our team of job developers.
This role is key to the success of job seekers and you will act as a case manager.
You will be responsible for recruiting participants to programs, managing the relationship with employer partners, placing participants with employers, and supporting both the participant and the employer during the training and job placement.
Type of Work:
Recruit participants into training and employment programs;Assess candidates for fit;Case manage participants through training and provide coaching and support;Provide job readiness support to participants;Introduce participants to employers;Liaise with industry to build strong relationships with employers in high priority sectors;Expand the partner and employer network within Manitoba;Work with employers and participants on accommodation strategies to encourage workforce attachment;Support team to augment curriculum and lesson plans as needed based on emerging student needs;Actively seek feedback from participants and employers to help improve training program.
Who you are:
A self-motivated individual with outstanding communication skills, and an ability to work with both employers and clients alike.
You are entrepreneurial and make things happen.
You enjoy networking and building collaborative partnerships.
You enjoy conversation and can easily form long-lasting relationships.
You have an inclusive outlook and can work with individuals from different backgrounds, cultures and life challenges.
You have experience and comfort developing materials for those will learning challenges such as ESL learners, persons with disabilities, those with limited work experience, mature workers, and potential at-risk youth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and ExperienceDegree or certificate in a relevant discipline, preferably in Human Resources, Social Work or Education.
Minimum of five years' experience in recruitment, social work, or case management.
Experience working with new immigrants, youth, Indigenous, and barriered populations desired.
Experience with project management.
Strong organizational skills.
Certificated Career Development Practitioner desirableWork Environment:
You will perform duties sin a hybrid environment (primarily working from home or partner locations).
Site visits to employer sites/industrial locations for employer familiarization and tours.
AdditionalWill require regular access to a vehicle.