Quint Development Corporation
The Core Neighbourhoods At Work Program
Employment Coordinator (1 full time position)
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.
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.
• Establish working relationships within the employer community while promoting the program
• 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. Our priority is to hire individuals who live in and/or have
extensive knowledge of the core neighbourhoods of Saskatoon.
To apply, send your resume and cover letter by 4:00 p.m. Friday, April 13 th 2012 to:
Quint Development Corporation
Room 202 - 230 Avenue R South
Saskatoon, SK. S7M 2Z1
Facsimile: (306) 683-1957
Email: kristen@quintsaskatoon.ca
Deadline:
13 Apr 2012
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