Job Developer

Job Title: Job Developer 

Contract Full-time position (35 hours per week) 

Contract Start date: Immediate hiring; Contract End date: March 31, 2026 

Reports to: Project Manager, Integrated Employment Services (IES) 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: October 4, 2025 (Interviews will commence immediately)

ABOUT ACSA COMMUNITY SERVICES:

Do you believe in a world where everyone has equal opportunities, where community support helps dreams come true? ACSA Community Services is your gateway to making this vision a reality. As a cornerstone of the community for over 50 years, ACSA has been dedicated to uplifting those in need.   We offer vital programs like youth empowerment initiatives, emergency food and housing services, and newcomer supports to help individuals and families thrive. Refer to ACSA Community Services for more information about ACSA’s work.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

ACSA Newcomer and Settlement Department is looking to hire a Job Developer is experienced in connecting job seekers and employers by building relationships, identifying opportunities, and matching skills to workforce needs.

 ABOUT THE ROLE:

Job Coaching and Retention Support 

• Manage a caseload of job seekers as well as clients on job retention list;
• Match clients with job leads created through effective employer relationships;  
• Provide coaching to job seeker clients;
• Conduct timely follow-ups with job seeker clients throughout their job search efforts, and provide regular one-on-one job coaching sessions to review goals and address barriers 
• Conduct workshops on job search, employer expectations in the workplace 
• Serve as a resource to employed clients and employer partners to mediate issues if they arise and provides other supports that lead to job retention; 

Employer Outreach, Relationship Building, and Workforce Development 

• Contact employers in various industries to promote ACSA’s work in the community;  
• Work with employers to facilitate recruitment initiatives, including introducing them to clients looking for work and ensuring quality of work placements;  
• Conduct on-site visits at employer locations to ensure suitable and safe workplace environments; 
• Negotiate and administer placement, incentive, and other agreements with employers, including wage subsidies that are available to offset their costs; 
• Plan, organize, and host job fairs, hiring events, and information sessions. 

Team Collaboration

• Provide support to the Employment Team ensuring the delivery of high quality services;
• Collaborate effectively with members of the Newcomers’ Centre Team and the broader ACSA team 
• Exhibit a strong team-oriented mindset by supporting colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment, and demonstrating a commitment to collective success.

Program Administration

• Consistently monitor and track own success rates to achieve individual targets that contribute to the team achieving its overall objectives; 
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes using data-driven approaches to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals;
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry on employment database; 
• Prepare periodic reports to be submitted to the Manager.

 ABOUT YOU

• A post-secondary degree in human services, business, or a related field relevant to the position is highly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 
• A minimum of 2 years’ direct experience in job development, job coaching, business development and/or recruitment, or other experience directly transferrable to the position’s responsibilities is required. 
• Must be willing to work on-site from the ACSA Community Services 
• Proven track record in a results-driven environment with experience meeting targets; 
• Previous experience with community outreach, developing relationships with employers, and/or familiarity with Employment Ontario programming is considered a strong asset; 
• Knowledge of current labour market trends, job search techniques and employment research methods 
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills to clearly communicate information. Fluency in a second language considered an asset; 
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to uphold the organization’s core values; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), as well as Outlook 365 applications, including MS Teams and SharePoint. 
• High ethics and confidentiality standards with proven experience maintaining sensitive information and exhibiting tact, diplomacy, and good judgment; 
• Willingness and flexibility to occasionally work outside regular business hours and other work locations, when needed to meet objectives; 
• Possess a valid Ontario G driver’s license and vehicle is mandatory to perform essential job functions that require frequent local travel within the communities served. 

ACSA is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and/or persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.  We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you are contacted by ACSA regarding a job opportunity and need accommodation throughout a hiring process, please contact Yamini de Costa at hr@agincourtcommunityservices.com. This address is for accommodation inquiries ONLY. Job applications sent to it will not be considered.