The Life and Employability Enhancement Program (L.E.E.P.) is a pre-employment training program for newcomer youth from war affected countries (ages 18-30) that face multiple barriers to employment. The position requires a self-motivated team player with the passion for and experience in empowering individuals with barriers to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic computer training in the classroom and on a one to one basis
• Assist in providing English literacy skills, oral conversational skills
• Provide assistance in the classroom and one to one
• Help participants to develop job search skills, including resume writing and preparing for job interviews
• Encourage, guide and build self-esteem of participants
• Complete reports and documentation on activities as required
• Attend meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Complete reports and documentation on activities as required
• Attend meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum one year prior related work experience.
• Must be client centered with excellent interpersonal skills
• Cross cultural experience
• Additional language an asset.
• Criminal Police Investigation check
• Child abuse registry check

More Information

Wage: $14.00/hour depending on experience

Term: April 1 – March 31, 2015 Dependent on Funding

Hours: 14 hours/week (Monday-Thursday)

Contact: MIchelle Strain
Interested candidates should submit their resume by March 21, 2014
e-mail: michelle_strain@can.salvationarmy.org