Job Developer (Diversity)

Title: Job Developer
The Job Developer will be responsible for linking adult participants to work experience and employment opportunities. The Job Developer will also facilitate regular workshops on employment preparation topics and provide individualized support. A successful candidate will have experience networking to build relationships with employers and industry professionals.
Job Developer - Duties/Responsibilities
Providing direct participant services including: facilitating employment preparation workshops, posting notices, managing social media accounts, developing and presenting information on professional resumes and job search skills, attending hiring fairs, coordinating and facilitating employment boot camp events
Contacting employers (cold calling, networking, events, etc.) and developing a strong network of employer contacts
Connecting participants with appropriate community resources, including Alberta services (available through the Alberta Government), Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers
Timely report writing, in accordance with current templates, guides, standards and processes
Creating and maintaining a database for employer connections and networking contacts
Job Developer – Minimum Qualifications
University Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences or related field including Kinesiology, Community Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Social Work, Education etc.
Career and employment counselling, job development/placement and marketing, case management, government programming facilitation experience an asset
knowledge specific to the supply chain sector an asset
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Knowledgeable with social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, as well as key job search sites including Glassdoor, Indeed, CareerBuilder for job searching and applications
An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity