Job Developer and Workshop Facilitator

Job Developer and Workshop Facilitator 

Progress Career Planning Institute (PCPI) is a not-for-profit organization that provides career development, Training, employment and settlement services to a diverse population, to reach their full potential. The organization is also the proud founder and presenter of the IEP Conference, a unique forum for internationally educated professionals. PCPI’s success in delivering quality service is based on a business-like approach, supported by knowledgeable caring staff, user-friendly resources, and innovative programming. 

PCPI is seeking a dynamic Job Developer and Workshop Facilitator who is experienced in building business relationships, developing curriculum and facilitating experiential workshops. In this role, you will assist Internationally educated healthcare professionals prepare for employment in their field in Canada by facilitating Human Skills workshops and by sourcing employment opportunities for them.

If you are an exceptional communicator/facilitator, networker, with working knowledge of adult education, curriculum development, the labour market, and Microsoft office, then we want to hear from you.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Reporting to the Project Manager, the position will work collaboratively with the team to develop and execute an outreach plan and build community and business connections/partnerships. They will create a database of employers in the healthcare sector and find employment opportunities for participants in the in the program. In this role, they will host and participate in job fairs, social networking, community associations, and utilize social media channels to increase awareness about the project, engage eligible candidates and build relationships with community partners to support the goals of the project. 

In addition, the Job Developer and Facilitator will develop and/or update the job search and human skills curriculum to ensure they prepare the participants with the skills that are required in the healthcare work environment. Further, the position will facilitate the job preparation workshops, provide participants with one-on-one coaching and practice interviews and resume preparation. They will provide case management for each participant to track their progress and outcome. 

Working as an ambassador for Progress Career Planning Institute (PCPI) and as a member of the team, they bring awareness of the organization work in the Greater Toronto Area, and leverage resources and connections to support the work.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES 

1. Contribute to the development and implementation of an outreach plan to promote awareness about the International Nurses Licensure Pathway Project, form partnership and to garner referrals and client participation in the Programme.
2. Research and identify employment opportunities in the “hidden job market” that match participants’ education and experience and support employers with planning for their recruitment such as assisting them to develop job posting.
3. Assist the team with information session presentations, to inform interested applicants about the eligibility criteria, intake process, programme objectives and benefits.
4. Establish and maintain a database of healthcare sectors businesses/employers and monitor the network, for job leads and for mentorship opportunities to link participants with employment, and or placements for work experience. 
5. Collaborate with job developer colleagues across the organization to share job leads that may benefit participants/clients in the organization’s programmes. 
6. Seek out and share business development opportunities to build capacity and sustainability for the organization.
7. Conduct employers site visits and assess the environment for workplace safety, employers’ capacity to accommodate job placement and ability to provide on the job training.
8. Assess participants skills against those required for job leads and work with participants to improve their resume and prepare them for interviews.
9. Support employers as needed in identifying the skills and competencies that are required to perform the job tasks and matching them with the skills of suitable participants in the programme who are ready to work.
10. Develop and update human skills workshops in collaboration with management, ensuring that the content is consistent with the emerging needs of the workforce.
11.  Facilitate workshops using a client-centered and adult education learning approach, to assist participants in acquiring the skills needed to get and retain employment and provide one-on-one coaching, interview practice and assistance with updating their resume, prior to referring participants to employment opportunities. 
12. Develop and administer surveys for participants, community partners and employers to get their feedback and to collect qualitative and quantitative data to assist with programme improvements. 
13. Address participants’ issues and consult with project manager as needed to provide appropriate resolution in a timely manner.
14. Create a case file for each participant that contains consent to collect their personal information, an assessment, an individualized action plan, coaching and progress documentation, follow-up, outcome and exit survey. Maintain case management and progress documentation in a chronological order in their file. 
15. Utilize TEAMS and Excel to manage job tasks including case management, (participants’ case notes/ documentation, placement, job trial, monitoring, follow-ups and employment outcomes), employer database, tracking outputs and outcomes.
16. Maintain a visible presence in the community by attending relevant events to build community connections for collaboration,  help promote the organization services, and to seek opportunities employment opportunities for participant. 
17. Respond to clients, employers and community partners in a timely, professional, and knowledgeable, in accordance with PCPI service standards.
18. Participate in staff and team meetings and assist in resolving organizational challenges as needed.
19. Assist with other duties as assigned by management.

Position Qualification and requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in human services, and a certificate in Adult Education/Training Instructor, or Human Resources with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in working in a similar capacity.
• Job Developing, or Social Service Worker experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of the healthcare sector with a network of contacts in the sector is an asset. 
• Experience delivering presentations and facilitating workshops.
•  Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft office/Teams 
•  Knowledge of the labour market and trends in healthcare and related sectors. 
• Possess cultural sensitivity and experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Possess organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, (written and oral), basis or fluency in French is an added value.
• Possess interpersonal, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Self-Directed with experience working as part of a team and independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an automobile.

WORKING CONDITIONS

In-person office setting with some traveling within the GTA and occasional evenings and weekends as needed. 

 If this sounds like an opportunity for you to apply your education, skills, and experience to the position, and to join a dynamic team of professionals, then we want to hear from you.

PCPI offers a competitive benefits package and opportunity for professional development.

Please submit your interest in a cover letter and resume to:

dacuycuy@careerplan.net on February 7, 2025

All responses to this job posting must be submitted by email, no telephone enquiries please.

In keeping with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we encourage qualified applicants from all races, ethnicities, religions, and sexual orientations. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those whose education, skills and experience match with the required qualification and requirements will be invited for an interview.

Please note: A police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring.