Employability Skills Developer Job at YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
Why the Y?
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to the development of healthy communities. Our
locations, programs and services are designed to help our members and participants grow in spirit,
mind and body and are open to people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.
At the YMCA
- you will feel connected to a community when your work positively influences the lives of
- you will meet new people while working at one of the most respected human services
- you will expand your knowledge base, where you can flourish in a values-based environment.
- you will have career development opportunities where you build a better future for yourself
- you will experience a rewarding job by helping support the building of healthy communities.
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is a multi-service, non-profit values-based charity that serves
Windsor-Essex, Sarnia-Lambton, Chatham-Kent, London, Middlesex-Elgin, Huron-Perth, and Oxford
counties. Our services include childcare services, school-age programs, camp programs, health and
fitness branches, community programs, and newcomer services across the region. Our commitment
includes a special focus on the region’s children and youth. From the kids in our camps and those
participating in soccer and swimming lessons to youth who are new to our communities from
around the world, the Y is committed to helping our next generation to grow and thrive, as healthy
individuals and passionate future leaders.
“Y” not join the thousands of members, employees, and volunteers in the region to share our vision
of a healthy community?
As we continue to grow, we have a need for the following position:
Position/Term: Employability Skills Developer, Y Opportunities London
Location: Wortley YMCA, 165 Elmwood Ave E, London ON
Start Date: Immediate
Qualifications & Experience:
- Employment/Education working with individuals with self-identified disabilities preferred
- Post-secondary education preferably in Employment/Career Counselling, Adult Education,
- Computer skills utilizing MS Office applications including email and internet, knowledge of
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Knowledge of second language
- Current First Aid/CPR certifications is an asset
- Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Position Screen is a condition of
- Experience with adult education ages 18-65
- Worked in employment services or related profession in one of the locations above either
- It is a YMCA of Southwestern Ontario requirement that all employees and volunteers have a
minimum of two vaccinations against COVID-19. Exemptions will be granted upon receipt of
acceptable proof of a permissible Human Rights Code ground. This requirement has been
suspended effective June 30, 2022. It may be reinstated in future should the state of public
health in our communities require it.
Compensation/Benefits:
- A YMCA personal membership at our health and fitness branches
- A discount on our Childcare and Camp programs
- Vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations
- May be entitled to up to 12 paid personal days – applicable with position and contract length
- Benefits package - applicable with position and contract length
- Pending signing approval
Schedule:
- Temporary Full- time Contract, 40 hours/week Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 5 pm, hybrid
• YMCA of Southwestern Ontario policy and procedures
- Act as a YMCA ambassador, demonstrating YMCA core values in your daily work
- Development of Skills for Employment/Enhanced Employment Assistance Services (EEAS) by
researching, compiling, and formulating a flexible curriculum based on life skills, labour market,
job search and employability skills information relevant to the specific needs of the program
and its participants
- Assist in the recruitment of eligible participants and in the development of their individualized
- Delivery of EEAS in group and one-to-one formats as per program and participant needs
- Liaise with community organizations to facilitate guest speakers/workshops and community
- Connect with local, regional or national employers based on the employment goals, interests,
- Complete appropriate paperwork for participants WE as per policies/guidelines and funders’
- Provide one-on-one supports to participants requiring employment advice/guidance during
- Conduct appropriate and regular follow-up activities with employers and program participants
- Maintain files and prepare documentation according to internal policies/guidelines and
- The Employability Skills Developer must understand boundaries, and uses good judgment in
assessing whether our ability to assist a potential participant goes beyond internal
capabilities of the organization to focus on those best suitable as per our mandates and
resources
- The Employability Skills Developer must ensure that documentation is completed and
result in severe consequences, i.e., budget slippage, undue hardship to participant, unmet
target etc.
- The Employability Skills Developer must be able to ensure the program adapts to often
deadlines
To Apply:
1. In your cover letter, specifically state the position you are applying for and location. Please
include specific information detailing how you meet the qualifications we require for this
position.
2. Submit your cover letter, resume, and applicable attachments to:
Ray Kurniawan, Program Coordinator at ray.kurniawan@swo.ymca.ca by April 3,
2023.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for
all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers,
and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As
an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.
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