Job Description

JVS Toronto believes that every individual has opportunities for employment. Since 1947, JVS Toronto has been giving the power of employment and improved learning serving 10,000 new individuals annually through career, employment, and assessment services in Toronto and York Region. We also help businesses recruit the workforce they need to be successful. JVS Toronto is a registered charity and receives generous funding to provide most of our services without charge. Learn about the work we do: .

Our employees benefit from a group benefit plan, a friendly work environment, monthly wellness initiatives, access to an employee assistance program (EAP), opportunities for continuous learning and a variety of corporate discounts. JVS Toronto also offers permanent employees a generous vacation package, a pension plan in addition to paid sick time, family care and wellness days.

Program Overview
The Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) program helps vulnerable youth between the ages of 15 and 30 gain sustainable employment through skill development and life skills training. A 5-week pre-employment training program, skill assessment, and community project experience leads to an 8-16 week subsidized work placement, with the goal of securing full time employment with the same or a different employer. Staff typically work with sector partners to place participants in various job placements, monitor their performance, provide structured feedback and assess suitability for full time employment.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Meet job placement and retention targets using job development expertise including JVS Toronto\xe2\x80\x99s consultative sales model
• Establish employment opportunities by contacting employers using random and targeted lead generation to ensure a diverse job bank that match clients\xe2\x80\x99 abilities and interests
• Actively prospect (cold call) and network with employers; assess employer needs, and determine features/benefits using job development and sales skills
• Work with clients to target their job search strategy to available job prospects; provide insights related to job interviews and job retention with employers
• Monitor placements to maintain client success and assist with work-related issues or job performance that considers both employer feedback and the potential need for individual supports
• Negotiate job placements that meet both client and employer needs including financial Training Incentives, complete all necessary agreement details, documentation, and approvals
• Assess work environment to ensure employers meet legislative requirements
• Maintain detailed employer and client records; enter all required information into a database
• Strengthen relationships with employers by maintaining regular contact, research labour-market trends, and integrate the TYJC program as part of their recruitment efforts long term
• Contribute and organize employer events, i.e. job fairs, employer info sessions, hiring events, etc.
• As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, support the overall program planning and delivery as needed

Flexible hours / evenings / weekends may be required for this position.

Qualifications & Experience:

• College diploma in Human Resources, Marketing, or Social Services; or evaluated as the Canadian equivalency
• 1-2 years of job development experience, particularly working with youth
• Strong customer service skills and experience taking initiative; demonstrated problem-solving and decision making skills with an ability to deal effectively with employers and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated understanding of the needs of vulnerable youth with an ability to develop and maintain relationships with young people
• Sensitivity and tact to deal effectively with youth from different backgrounds and life circumstances
• Possess current working knowledge of employment-related issues and learning approaches to make use of suitable marketing techniques to attract employers
• An understanding of barriers to employment success and knowledge of the current local labor market
• Ability to take innovative and resourceful approaches to assist youth with achieving their employment goals
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; experience with writing reports to agency standards
• Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to learn systems used by the agency (i.e. Salesforce)
• A clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check is required for this position

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Experience working in sales or recruitment
• A valid Ontario driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence and access to a vehicle as travel is required for this position
• Knowledge of employment legislation (Occupational Health & Safety Act, ESA, Human Rights)

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume & covering letter here.
JVS Toronto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodation in order to submit your application, please contact HR.
JVS Toronto embraces diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest in our agency, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JVS Toronto