Social Service Worker

Employer/Employee Advisor

● Work collaboratively with community agencies to provide referrals for individuals, offered resolutions on issues and skills gaps during placements and diplomatically discuss resolutions during work placements
● Regularly mentor new staff and placement students, supporting their professional development, case management and crisis intervention skills
● Conduct individual assessments with service users to identify employment goals; provide tailored supports for individuals
● Assist in the writing of grants and proposals to receive continued funding for our employment services program that is funded by the Ministry of Labour and Training and Skills Development
● Support adult learners by providing educational upgrading and support navigating the pathways to either post-secondary education or grade 12 equivalency
● Strong ability to coordinate and support the implementation of a wide range of services, including case management, interviewing, coaching, EDI framework, and program facilitation
● Designed and developed an EDI Committee and model that resulted in a more cohesive approach to ensuring an inclusive and highly engaged environment that addresses the needs of the agency and community
● Created and implemented the current Terms of Reference by using a SWOT analysis and implemented the use of a needs assessment
● Acted as a liaison between the committee and agency staff to maintain a strong rapport and transparent line of communication between all parties