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SHIPSHEY

Employment Specialist

ON, Canada

$59,931.74 to $70,575.6 CAD / year · Full-time · Temporary

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Pay: $59,931.74 to $70,575.6 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time · Temporary
Experience: +3 years' experience supporting youth and/or the homeless population
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

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Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

About the Job:

Employment Specialist will be responsible for supporting and coaching residents and community members to develop their knowledge and success in employment related programming and career preparation.

They will operate within a transitional housing program and community center focuses on providing services to individuals experiencing homelessness.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Create and facilitate psycho-educational programming on overcoming barriers of employment
Perform one-on-one career and work counseling (resume writing, job searching, interview preparation, job skills, etc)
Act as a primary worker providing case management to a caseload of up to 5 residents
Complete residential based daily operation tasks (assisting residents with chores, cooking, budgeting, etc)
Source volunteer opportunities to prepare clients for future employment
Build and maintain partnerships with employers to increase job opportunities for clients
Develop an employer registry of community partners seeking employment from residents
Coordinate employment workshops
Assist residents to develop plans to meet their vocational objectives
Assist resident in assessing vocational rehabilitation needs
Link clients to vocational rehabilitation and employment supports
Program and facilitate literacy and learning disabilities workshops
Assist residents with coping mechanisms to physical and emotional barriers
Assist clients in developing and maintaining community supports, daily living, and social skills necessary to obtain independency in the community.
Liaise with community support and partners (i.e. mental health and addiction service providers, employers, primary care facilitators, and family members)
Work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to carry out recovery and support
Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of client-centered care into daily responsibilities
Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values
Ensure appropriate records are kept and make sure that statistical information is maintained as per agency standards
Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework
Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in Social Work, Social Services, Health Services, or equivalent
+3 years' experience supporting youth and/or the homeless population
Demonstrated competency in Vocational Rehabilitation, Addictions, and Trauma Informed practices
Individual and group counselling skills
Excellent assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention
Knowledge of psychiatric symptomology and medication as well as suicide assessment and intervention
Expertise in collaboration with the community while supporting the mental health population
Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance coverage
Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
Training in ASIST and CPI

Reporting Function:

They will work with both internal and external partners and will interact with all levels within the organization. They will have no supervisory responsibilities.

They will be a support system, resource, and an advocator for the team and Organization.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

May be required to work statutory holidays
Contract position until July 31, 2027
Average amount of physical effort is required.
Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walk-throughs and open doors as required.

Ship Values:

Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional

About Us

Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a Provincial leader in the broader public sector that builds strategic partnerships and programs that support the fundamental rights for Housing and Health Services throughout the Peel Region, Dufferin County, Region of Waterloo and surrounding areas.

Our commitment to increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness is at the forefront of every employee we hire. We value compassion, hope, inclusiveness, respect, and professionalism.

Our organization has supported the region for over 35 years and employs over 550 passionately engaged employees ranging from office administration, nurses, and service health specialists to housing specialists all dedicated to the community, clients, and families.

Accessibility

“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before October 7, 2026

Why Work For Us?

Work-Life Balance

SHIP believes a healthy work-life balance is essential for both professional success and personal well-being. We strive to create a company culture that values and supports the well-being of our employees, while also pushing innovation in our organization

Our Vision
Quality Housing, Quality Services, Quality Lives

Our Mission
To increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness

Our Culture
Leader and innovative partner in the community. Our programs welcome employees into our caring, compassionate, and innovative culture. We listen; we know what it means, and why it matters.

Our Commitment
People are at the forefront of our success. Below are just a few ways our full-time permanent staff have personal and professional success:

Competitive Salaries with Annual Performance Reviews
Comprehensive Health Plans
Group RRSP (5% Employer Contributions)
12 Paid Health, Wellness, and Sick Days
10 Paid Vacation Days
3 Paid Personal/Floating Holidays
Generous Parental and Family Leave
Learning and Development Opportunities
Travel Allowances
Employee Assistance Program
Company Culture to be Proud of
Possibility to Create a Real Impact

35+

Years focused on Clients, Tenants, Staff, and Families

5,000+

Clients and Residents served annually

20+

Programs and Service offerings in Southern Ontario

500+

Dedicated, Respectful, Compassionate and Professional Employees

Three weeks rotation of 7:30am to 4pm, and one week rotation of 1pm to 9:30pm.
Union | 37.5 hours per week

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Responsibilities

The Employment Specialist supports residents in transitional housing by providing career counseling, vocational rehabilitation, and life skills coaching. They also manage a caseload, facilitate workshops, and build partnerships with community employers to improve client employment outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Social Work or a related field and at least three years of experience supporting youth or homeless populations. Proficiency in vocational rehabilitation, crisis intervention, and MS Office is required, along with a valid driver's license and First Aid/CPR certification.

Skills

Vocational rehabilitation
Case management
Career counseling
Crisis intervention
Risk management
Trauma informed practice
Addiction support
Psycho-educational programming
Resume writing
Interview preparation
Literacy workshop facilitation
Mental health support
Client-centered care
Record keeping
First aid
CPR

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Annual performance reviews
Comprehensive health plans
Group RRSP
Paid health, wellness, and sick days
Paid vacation days
Paid personal/floating holidays
Parental and family leave
Learning and development opportunities
Travel allowances
Employee assistance program

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Keywords

Social Work
Social Services
Vocational Rehabilitation
Case Management
Homelessness
Career Counseling
Trauma Informed Care
Addictions
Crisis Intervention
Mental Health
MS Suite
First Aid
CPR
ASIST
CPI
Transitional Housing
Employment Programming
Literacy Workshops
Client-Centered Care
Risk Management
Psychiatric Symptomology
Community Partnerships
Budgeting
Life Skills
Advocacy

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