Career and Training Counselor (Loans Program)
About the role
At Achev, we believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to build a better life and a successful future. For more than 30 years, we have dedicated ourselves to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential. Today, we are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our dedicated team of nearly 400 staff delivers a wide range of innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs and services that empower our clients to prosper and our communities to thrive.We thrive in a OneAchev culture where collaboration and an integrated service delivery will positively impact Achev’s resiliency, agility, success, and growth.
Join us in helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential!
Achev’s latest Impact Report: www.Achev.ca
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct program outreach/marketing and recruit and screen applicants for the program.
- Meet with clients for initial character-based assessments and loan applicant assessments, and submit eligible loan applications for Meridian Credit Union.
- Provide individual one-on-one support/counseling regarding training & employment action plan, financial counseling and job search (meetings and follow-up until loan is paid in full and employment goals satisfied)
- Assist clients to make informed decisions about training selection
- Based on participants’ training & employment action plan, work with participants in liaising with employers/organizations to develop employment opportunities.
- Contact employers/organizations for job shadowing opportunities and conduct follow ups and to engage in problem solving as needed.
- Collect and analyze statistics and program evaluation data and draft monthly/quarterly reports for the Manager's review.
- Draft correspondence to Regulatory Bodies and Colleges and quarterly e-blast to clients.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as client booking and data collection/entry.
- Actively engage in outreach, partnership development and participate in community networking meetings as required
- Provide assistance/back up for each other as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree or College Diploma in a related discipline
- Extensive knowledge of Employment and Newcomer Services
- Demonstrated financial literacy skills and budgeting skills
- Practical knowledge of selling skills for client recruitment
- Minimum 2 years of demonstrated training, job search, and job development experience.
- In-depth understanding of the accreditation process and training providers for newcomer clients
- Knowledge of current job search techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of LMI, job search and recruitment and community resources
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups – especially with newcomers to Canada
- Demonstrated understanding of community resources, programs and services
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Goal-oriented, highly organized, flexible, and adaptable: with superior time management skills
- Demonstrated use of computer technology, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and conducting webinars using virtual meeting platforms (eg, Zoom and MS Teams).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends or split shifts as necessary
We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We especially welcome applications from members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. So, if you’re excited about this role or another one, please apply on our website www.achev.ca
About Achēv
Achēv is a leading charitable organization that delivers employment, settlement, language, women, youth and technology solutions services in the GTA, throughout Canada and abroad, that is committed to creating faster paths to prosperity for clients. Each year, our dedicated team of 500 staff serves over 100,000 clients through virtual services and multiple in-person locations across the Greater Toronto Area. We are committed to making a positive and lasting difference in the diverse communities we serve.
Career and Training Counselor (Loans Program)
About the role
At Achev, we believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to build a better life and a successful future. For more than 30 years, we have dedicated ourselves to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential. Today, we are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our dedicated team of nearly 400 staff delivers a wide range of innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs and services that empower our clients to prosper and our communities to thrive.We thrive in a OneAchev culture where collaboration and an integrated service delivery will positively impact Achev’s resiliency, agility, success, and growth.
Join us in helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential!
Achev’s latest Impact Report: www.Achev.ca
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct program outreach/marketing and recruit and screen applicants for the program.
- Meet with clients for initial character-based assessments and loan applicant assessments, and submit eligible loan applications for Meridian Credit Union.
- Provide individual one-on-one support/counseling regarding training & employment action plan, financial counseling and job search (meetings and follow-up until loan is paid in full and employment goals satisfied)
- Assist clients to make informed decisions about training selection
- Based on participants’ training & employment action plan, work with participants in liaising with employers/organizations to develop employment opportunities.
- Contact employers/organizations for job shadowing opportunities and conduct follow ups and to engage in problem solving as needed.
- Collect and analyze statistics and program evaluation data and draft monthly/quarterly reports for the Manager's review.
- Draft correspondence to Regulatory Bodies and Colleges and quarterly e-blast to clients.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as client booking and data collection/entry.
- Actively engage in outreach, partnership development and participate in community networking meetings as required
- Provide assistance/back up for each other as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- University Degree or College Diploma in a related discipline
- Extensive knowledge of Employment and Newcomer Services
- Demonstrated financial literacy skills and budgeting skills
- Practical knowledge of selling skills for client recruitment
- Minimum 2 years of demonstrated training, job search, and job development experience.
- In-depth understanding of the accreditation process and training providers for newcomer clients
- Knowledge of current job search techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of LMI, job search and recruitment and community resources
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups – especially with newcomers to Canada
- Demonstrated understanding of community resources, programs and services
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Goal-oriented, highly organized, flexible, and adaptable: with superior time management skills
- Demonstrated use of computer technology, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and conducting webinars using virtual meeting platforms (eg, Zoom and MS Teams).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends or split shifts as necessary
We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We especially welcome applications from members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. So, if you’re excited about this role or another one, please apply on our website www.achev.ca
About Achēv
Achēv is a leading charitable organization that delivers employment, settlement, language, women, youth and technology solutions services in the GTA, throughout Canada and abroad, that is committed to creating faster paths to prosperity for clients. Each year, our dedicated team of 500 staff serves over 100,000 clients through virtual services and multiple in-person locations across the Greater Toronto Area. We are committed to making a positive and lasting difference in the diverse communities we serve.