Job Developer
Employer Name:Regina Immigrant Women Centre Inc.
Wage/Salary Info:Commensurate with education and experience
Posted Date:22-Jun-2022
Location:REGINA
# of Positions:1
Employment Terms:Contract
Length of Employment:September 2022 - March 31, 2023
Education:University Bachelor's Degree
Experience:1-2 Years
Apply By:08-Jul-2022
How to Apply?:Please submit your resume and cover letter to Mona Darwish - - no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, July 8th, 2022.
Description
RIWC Regina Immigrant Women Centre is an immigrant settlement agency dedicated to integrating newcomer women and their families. We are seeking one full-time Job Developer to provide employability skills training and work placement experience to newcomer and immigrant youth to prepare them for employment in Regina. The position is to cover for a maternity leave.
DUTIES
Build relationships with various employers who are willing to partner with RIWC in hiring the newcomer youth
Establish and maintain a list of potential employers in Regina
Negotiate and coordinate work placement opportunities for clients
Work with the immigrant youth to secure employment placements
Coordinate the employment exposure, on-site work experience components, and monitor the progress of each youth
Conduct the work placement follow up and evaluation process
Develop, record and maintain statistical client data
Document and assess the students progress
Provide support for in-house training and preparing lessons
Develop and implement student learning outcomes
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree and two years related experience teaching diverse student populations, especially newcomer and immigrant students
Knowledge of the current Saskatchewan/local labour market initiatives and Employment Standards
Knowledge of adult learning principles and methods
Knowledge of multi-cultural beliefs, values and perspectives
Knowledge of methods, theories, and approaches related to Youth career counselling and assessment
Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Critical thinking and problem solving
Strong organizational skills, positive interpersonal skills, and ability to work with minimum guidance and under strict timelines
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
Proficiency in other languages is an asset
Skills And Abilities
Additional Skills
- Use computer applications