Notice of student position (Youth Job Connection – Summer)
We are looking for amazing! If you are dynamic and would like the opportunity to help us to be recognized as the best student-centered College in the country, then you will find it here. As a member of our team, you will help students find their passions and help them achieve their amazing. If this is you, then join us at the hub of the Great Lakes, in the traditional territory of the Anishnaabek people.
The Opportunity: The Student Youth Worker will provide employment related information, pre-employment training, placement support guidance to youth and employers in the YJC Summer program. Duties include: recruit youth and employers for the program, develop and present pre and post-employment material to youth in program, deliver training on a range of topics which could include employment skills, workplace safety, labour market information, job searching, resume writing and interviewing, collect data in compliance with Ministry requirements, maintain up-to-date files on youth and employers participating in the program, represent the agency in the community where required, conduct self/work in an ethical and professional manner, identify barriers to employment and assist youth with follow through, provide employment mentoring and coaching to youth in the program, help youth to find an employment placement that matches their career interests, provide youth in the program with links to additional supports as necessary, such as personal counselling, provide placement support including monitoring on-the-job activity and facilitating problem solving, and provide support to youth during transition to education or other employment and educational agencies.
What you need to be successful:
- studies in human services or a related field
- experience working with youth from high-risk communities
- equivalent experience and skill development will be considered
- excellent problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills
- computer literacy including accurate data entry
- strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and knowledge and use of various social media platforms
- demonstrated experience providing virtual and in person workshops, presentations, and public speaking
- knowledge of career development strategies
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- ability to work well independently and in a team environment
- strong time management skills
- French language proficiency is an asset
- must obtain Vulnerable Sector search upon hire (at own expense)
- valid driver's license and daily access to a vehicle or equivalent mobility - must be willing to travel along North Shore dependant on Covid-19 restrictions.
This is a student position, $20/hr, 24 hours per week, required from April to August 2021.
Sault College invites applications from all qualified individuals and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We fairly hire the best candidates based on merit.
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME, COVER LETTER AND THREE REFERENCES VIA EMAIL QUOTING COMPETITION #2021-P105 IN THE SUBJECT LINE BY 4 P.M. APRIL 29, 2021 TO: jobs@saultcollege.ca
We thank all applicants in advance – only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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