The Core Neighbourhoods at Work program supports adults and youth who reside in the Core Neighbourhoods of Saskatoon in their efforts at obtaining training, education and employment. Quint is seeking a dynamic individual to fill an Employment Coordinator Position -- 1 year maternity leave.

Knowledge and Education

• Understanding of community economic development practices.
• Understanding of the issues individuals with barriers to self reliance face
• Knowledge of labour market needs, education and training programs, and other community services that address employment barriers in Saskatoon.
• Grade 12 with relevant post secondary education and/or experience

Skills and Experience

• Experience in career counselling
• An understanding of group facilitation with emphasis on life skills curriculum
• Experience in building meaningful relationships with community members, including the Aboriginal community
• Excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and be innovative in developing new services
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
• Able to provide criminal record check

Duties:

• Assess the capacity of adults based upon career goals that are set and connect them to or develop appropriate training, education, and employment opportunities.
• Provide pre and post employment support to participants as necessary
• Liaise between individuals, the CBO’s, educational facilities, and employers to discuss the market needs and skills needed by employers for positions.
• To develop strong partnerships within the community through presentations and by attending community gatherings and luncheons.
• Maintain file records and statistics on caseload and daily work to assist in case management of individuals

Quint Development Corporation strives to employ a workforce that is representative of the neighbourhoods in which it operates.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter by 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2015 to:

Quint Development Corporation
205-1120 20th Street West Saskatoon, SK. S7M 0Y8
Facsimile: (306) 683-1957
Email: kristen at quintsaskatoon.ca