Job at OFE

OFE is a private, faith-based, non-profit organization. Our mission is to assist adults to achieve self-sufficiency through full-time, long-term employment. We are currently recruiting for an Employment Coach for our growing organization.

Position: Employment Coach


Project: Research and Innovation

EFT: One Year Term (Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week)
Overview
In a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment that positively impacts thousands of lives per year; the successful applicants will:

 Conduct information sessions and participant interviews ensuring employers’ recruitment requirements and needs are met

 Organize technical training with employers to secure work exposure and work experience

 Secure and foster work placement and provide employer support when required

 Conduct on and off-site visits with partner employer to identify and mediate problems before they become crises for the participant and employer

 Establish and maintain frequent contact with participants in order to provide encouragement and constructive feedback

 Teach effective job keeping skills to the participant by providing tools to resolve difficulties and develops learning plans to overcome barriers

 Maintain regular database updates regarding contact with participant and employers

 Provide constant feedback in regards to participants progress to the Employment Consultant

 Apply Stages of Change and Motivational Interviewing concepts and techniques to assess and develop increased levels of motivation in regards to work readiness

 Work with the employer to ensure systems and procedures are in place that will foster long term retention of program participants
Necessary qualifications:
 Post-secondary education (degree or certificate) in counselling, social sciences, education or a related field or a suitable combination of education and work experience may be considered


 In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Advanced skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.

 Above average organizational abilities with clear understanding and attention to priorities

 Demonstrates consistent punctuality, accuracy and dependability

 Effective in both written and oral communications, demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills

 Demonstrates the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment to meet tight deadlines

 Previous experience in recruitment and/or HR hiring cycle

 Understanding of HR/Workplace learning and development practices

 Knowledge of community and government resources available to clients and employers

 Knowledge of Winnipeg’s manufacturing industry would be an asset

 Valid Driver’s License with daily access to a vehicle

 Provide clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry

If you are interested in joining our team and making a significant impact on people’s lives, please email your resume to recruitment@ofe.ca to the attention of "Program Manager". Please indicate salary expectations in your cover letter. Deadline for applications is April 6, 2016.

Opportunities for Employment Inc.

Research and Innovation

300 – 294 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R3C 0B9

www.ofe.ca

Thank you to all who apply. Only those people selected for interviews will be contacted.
Funding for OFE employment services is provided by:
The Government of Canada The Manitoba Government