Employment Consultant, En Francais Programs

Employment Consultant En Francais Programs Bilingual French-English Position Contract to March 31st, 2025, with possibility of extension Location : Toronto ACCES Employment is a leader in connecting qualified jobseekers from diverse backgrounds with employers across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Ontario and Canada.

ACCES helps more than 56,000 job seekers each year at seven locations in the GTA. As a charitable not-for-profit organization, ACCES provides job search services that connect newcomers, jobseekers, youth, women and refugees to jobs that reflect their skills and experience.

We provide over 35 customized job search programs that meet the unique needs of our jobseekers. Our vision is to achieve a fully inclusive labour force that reflects the diversity, skills and experience of Canada's population.

We are looking for people who thrive in a flexible and fast-paced environment. ACCES offers an excellent benefits package, a RRSP matching program, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program.

The position of Employment Consultant, En Francais Programs is responsible for providing employment services for French / English bilingual clients.

The individual in this position will work in collaboration with the ACCES Employment Services team and will work closely with French-speaking community partner agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities : Provide culturally sensitive employment services including intake and assessment, one-to-one and group employment counseling, and referrals Facilitate workshops that will prepare clients to market themselves to employers and to find and maintain employment Develop and maintain positive relationships with French-speaking community organizations and partners to make appropriate referrals Maintain an active caseload, including all file management responsibilities Advocate on behalf of clients whenever necessary, including support in areas of employment, skills training, social assistance, and equitable access to services Meet monthly statistical requirements and maintain professional and effective information tracking systems on all activities performed Conduct needs assessments and career testing in individual and / or group settings Provide professional support to clients using ACCES resource services Develop relationships with private and public sector employers in order to market ACCES services and clients and place clients in jobs Participate fully and responsibly as an equal member of an employment consulting team Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Experience : A post-secondary education in Career and Work Counseling, Adult Education or a related field and / or 5 years directly related work experience Excellent French and English verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and self-management skills to work effectively with clients, co-workers, outside agencies and employers Thorough knowledge of all facets of job search and career development including an understanding of labour market trends and resources Demonstrated ability to conduct outreach marketing of clients and services to employers Demonstrated experience in case and file management Experience working with Internationally Educated Professionals is considered a strong asset Excellent presentation and facilitation skills both in English and French Online facilitation experience and ability to navigate virtual facilitation platforms such as, Zoom, MS Teams, and Webex is considered a strong asset Experience working in a MSOffice environment;

familiarity with digital platforms and database management programs (ex. Salesforce) Knowledge of / experience working with marginalized communities, including youth, newcomers, and internationally trained professionals who may be experiencing employment barriers is an asset Previous experience with Employment Ontario Programs is an asset Knowledge of francophone community partner agencies is an asset Knowledge of / familiarity working with key stakeholders and experience in a bilingual (English / French) employment environment is required Bilingualism (French / English) is a requirement Flexible to work occasional evenings and weekend hours We are currently on a hybrid work schedule, working on-site in the office and from home.

This hybrid work schedule is subject to change based on business requirements. Job status : Unionized Contract Duration : Contract to March 31st, 2025, with possibility of extension Salary : $58,345.

64 per annum (as per Union salary grid), prorated to contract duration Please Note : We thank all applicants for their interest;

however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates who are contacted may be requested to complete a screening video interview using Spark Hire.

This position will be posted until it is filled. We will be reviewing resumes as they are submitted. ACCES is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace and in our recruitment processes.

We encourage applications from members of all racialized groups, gender identities and sexual orientations, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to our mission, values, and operations. We foster an inclusive workplace where every employee feels a sense of belonging.

Our diverse team generates innovative solutions to complex challenges, supporting our vision for an inclusive labour market in Canada.

We recognize the value of workplace diversity and leverage it to develop services that meet the broad needs of our clients.

Through partnerships and effective service delivery, ACCES promotes equity for marginalized populations. Accessibility and Accommodation : ACCES Employment is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.

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