Part-time Pre-Employment Specialist

ON
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 24 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Provide individualized and small-group pre-employment support, including resume development, job search assistance, application guidance, and interview preparation. Engage and motivate clients, coordinate workshops and referrals, document client activity and outcomes, enter data, and contribute to team meetings and employment services events.

Job details

Part-time Support Staff employees, as defined by the Part-time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration. Note: This is for (1) Regular part-time position (up to 24 hours per week). Note: Hours of work are Monday to Friday (some evening and/or weekend work occasionally required). Note: This position is located at 5 Queensway East, Simcoe, ON N3Y 5K2 About Community Career And Employment Services Community Career and Employment Services at Fanshawe College delivers client-centered Employment Ontario services that support job seekers and employers in achieving sustainable employment outcomes. Our team provides individualized employment counselling, career planning and job search support while working closely with local employers and community partners to strengthen the workforce and make a meaningful impact in the Simcoe/Norfolk community. Community Career and Employment Services - Simcoe/Norfolk Why this Role is Important The Part-time Pre-Employment Specialist provides pre-employment support to job-seeking clients both individually and in small groups. The incumbent maintains general knowledge of college policy and procedure as well as extensive knowledge of Employment Ontario programs and services. How You’ll Make An Impact Serving as part of an integrated Employment Services team, the incumbent works with active clients in efforts to engage and motivate them toward a positive outcome by providing a variety of support, including, but not limited to, the following activities: Providing excellent service to our customers including clients, staff, employers, and community members by assisting them in a professional manner Providing clients with pre-employment support, in groups and individually, including resume building, job search, job application, interview preparation and others identified as part of the client plan Creating a workshop delivery schedule that includes relevant topics based on the needs of our current job seekers Connecting with clients regularly in an effort to keep them engaged and motivated Referring clients to appropriate internal/external resources as required Participating actively in team, strategic planning, case management, and other departmental meetings as required Documenting client activity and employment outcomes in client case notes Entering data into internal and external systems Participating in events and/or activities that support the goals of the Employment Services Department Other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring Post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, Career Development, or other related field Minimum 2 years' recent and relevant experience in Career and Employment Services An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about helping people achieve their employment goals and enjoy providing personalized career support, we'd love to hear from you. Join our Employment Services team and make a meaningful impact by empowering job seekers through career coaching, workshop facilitation, and employment readiness support. Apply today and help individuals build confidence, develop skills, and connect with meaningful employment opportunities. Fanshawe College uses Workday to manage recruitment and hiring processes. Educational Credentials While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodation Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca Land Acknowledgement Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, Career Development, or a related field is required. Applicants should have at least two years of recent, relevant experience in Career and Employment Services; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.