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No.: CUPE C-23-0062UFTE
POSTED: March 8, 2023
DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m. March 16, 2023
Employment Specialist
1 – Acting Position
Business Development & Community Services
Business Services
CUPE Local 4400, Unit C - Grade L (12 month)
$32.25 per hour
(It is anticipated that the acting assignment will end on September 1, 2023)
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.
Reporting to the supervisor of the project, the Employment Specialist will be responsible to the
funding agency, Community Services management and the project clients for the development,
delivery and promotion of a quality, outcome-focussed job search program in accordance with the
contractual agreement.
Summary of Duties:
➢ Develop and update workshop materials;
➢ Prepare for distribution, appropriate handouts, readings and other materials that will assist the
client through motivation, understanding, etc.;
➢ Research and develop new materials and teaching strategies that reflect the changing world of
work and labour market conditions;
➢ Research and develop specific strategies and an understanding of the particular needs of the
target population;
➢ Monitor and adapt program (workshop sessions) to meet the work search needs and capabilities of
the client;
➢ Prepare day by day plan of instruction/activities which include comprehensive details of goals,
objectives, timelines, resources and measurable outcomes;
➢ Conduct orientation session to inform clients about the project;
➢ Interview potential clients;
➢ Select clients for each program intake based on contractual guidelines;
➢ Coordinate room and activity schedule for clients;
➢ Deliver workshop sessions using adult learning and group facilitation strategies to motivate and
inform clients;
➢ Instruct clients how to develop work search plans and perform job search activities;
➢ Advise clients about their employment goals;
➢ Provide one-to-one client coaching, mentoring, emotional/professional support;
➢ Maintain client confidentiality;
➢ Conduct client follow up on job status after the program is complete.
➢ Assist in directing clerical staff in their daily activities, as required;
➢ Maintain accurate records;
➢ Prepare written and statistical reports for accountability purposes;
➢ Maintain client register of attendance or other reports as required by the funding agency.
➢ Conduct outreach to community/industry to promote clients/program;
➢ Maintain strong working relationship with co-workers, other program staff, management, funder
and other community organizations, where applicable;
➢ Utilize funder reporting tools;
➢ Assist in the development of marketing strategies to promote program to agencies, universities,
colleges, government organizations, professional associations and businesses through special
events or direct communication;
➢ Participate on committees that contribute to the sharing of information within the sector or other
agency/related programs/services;
➢ Review program activities on a regular basis;
➢ Respond to changes, suggestions of funder;
➢ Assist in organizing meetings or other special events to promote the program. Participate in
events, including Job Fairs, Job Expos, Forums or Guest Speaker events in accordance with
School Board and funding protocols; and
➢ Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
➢ Two-year Career and Work Counsellor college diploma with two years’ experience in an adult
education setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
➢ Successful training, facilitating, or counselling experience in an adult education setting;
➢ Knowledge of current labour market conditions and work search strategies;
➢ Familiarity with the needs of the unemployed and understanding all aspects of employability;
➢ Strong organizational skills and communications skills including presentation skills;
➢ Ability to take initiative, work independently and maintain confidential information in a circumspect
manner; and
➢ Proficient keyboarding and computer skills which include the use of e-mail, internet
and word processing; and
➢ Ability to communicate effectively with customer service focus.
Note: This is an externally funded program, dependent on renewal of funding each year, subject to
cancellation by funder with two weeks’ notice. Program presently has funding to March 31, 2023 with
the possibility of an extension.
Paid Holiday & Vacation: Employee entitlement is in accordance with the provisions for Externally
Funded Programs as outlined in the CUPE 4400 C Collective Agreement (Article T and Article U)
Special Requirements:
➢ Require some travel across the TDSB.
Hours: 35 hours per week (full and part-time assignments)
Location: 1000 Gerrard Street East
Work Year: 12 Month
Please note:
Applications must be submitted:
1. In résumé form with a covering letter to: Application.Submission@tdsb.on.ca
2. With competition # CUPE C-23-0062UFTE in the subject line
3. Apply no later than 4:30 pm on March 16, 2023.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged
to make their needs for accommodation known in advance, during the application process.
POSTED: March 8, 2023
DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m. March 16, 2023
Employment Specialist
1 – Acting Position
Business Development & Community Services
Business Services
CUPE Local 4400, Unit C - Grade L (12 month)
$32.25 per hour
(It is anticipated that the acting assignment will end on September 1, 2023)
The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices.
Reporting to the supervisor of the project, the Employment Specialist will be responsible to the
funding agency, Community Services management and the project clients for the development,
delivery and promotion of a quality, outcome-focussed job search program in accordance with the
contractual agreement.
Summary of Duties:
➢ Develop and update workshop materials;
➢ Prepare for distribution, appropriate handouts, readings and other materials that will assist the
client through motivation, understanding, etc.;
➢ Research and develop new materials and teaching strategies that reflect the changing world of
work and labour market conditions;
➢ Research and develop specific strategies and an understanding of the particular needs of the
target population;
➢ Monitor and adapt program (workshop sessions) to meet the work search needs and capabilities of
the client;
➢ Prepare day by day plan of instruction/activities which include comprehensive details of goals,
objectives, timelines, resources and measurable outcomes;
➢ Conduct orientation session to inform clients about the project;
➢ Interview potential clients;
➢ Select clients for each program intake based on contractual guidelines;
➢ Coordinate room and activity schedule for clients;
➢ Deliver workshop sessions using adult learning and group facilitation strategies to motivate and
inform clients;
➢ Instruct clients how to develop work search plans and perform job search activities;
➢ Advise clients about their employment goals;
➢ Provide one-to-one client coaching, mentoring, emotional/professional support;
➢ Maintain client confidentiality;
➢ Conduct client follow up on job status after the program is complete.
➢ Assist in directing clerical staff in their daily activities, as required;
➢ Maintain accurate records;
➢ Prepare written and statistical reports for accountability purposes;
➢ Maintain client register of attendance or other reports as required by the funding agency.
➢ Conduct outreach to community/industry to promote clients/program;
➢ Maintain strong working relationship with co-workers, other program staff, management, funder
and other community organizations, where applicable;
➢ Utilize funder reporting tools;
➢ Assist in the development of marketing strategies to promote program to agencies, universities,
colleges, government organizations, professional associations and businesses through special
events or direct communication;
➢ Participate on committees that contribute to the sharing of information within the sector or other
agency/related programs/services;
➢ Review program activities on a regular basis;
➢ Respond to changes, suggestions of funder;
➢ Assist in organizing meetings or other special events to promote the program. Participate in
events, including Job Fairs, Job Expos, Forums or Guest Speaker events in accordance with
School Board and funding protocols; and
➢ Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
➢ Two-year Career and Work Counsellor college diploma with two years’ experience in an adult
education setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
➢ Successful training, facilitating, or counselling experience in an adult education setting;
➢ Knowledge of current labour market conditions and work search strategies;
➢ Familiarity with the needs of the unemployed and understanding all aspects of employability;
➢ Strong organizational skills and communications skills including presentation skills;
➢ Ability to take initiative, work independently and maintain confidential information in a circumspect
manner; and
➢ Proficient keyboarding and computer skills which include the use of e-mail, internet
and word processing; and
➢ Ability to communicate effectively with customer service focus.
Note: This is an externally funded program, dependent on renewal of funding each year, subject to
cancellation by funder with two weeks’ notice. Program presently has funding to March 31, 2023 with
the possibility of an extension.
Paid Holiday & Vacation: Employee entitlement is in accordance with the provisions for Externally
Funded Programs as outlined in the CUPE 4400 C Collective Agreement (Article T and Article U)
Special Requirements:
➢ Require some travel across the TDSB.
Hours: 35 hours per week (full and part-time assignments)
Location: 1000 Gerrard Street East
Work Year: 12 Month
Please note:
Applications must be submitted:
1. In résumé form with a covering letter to: Application.Submission@tdsb.on.ca
2. With competition # CUPE C-23-0062UFTE in the subject line
3. Apply no later than 4:30 pm on March 16, 2023.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.
We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged
to make their needs for accommodation known in advance, during the application process.
