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Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community.
Job Skills is a forward-thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new programs to help individuals achieve economic independence as well as support local employers to meet their current and future hiring needs. We are ethical, Client-focused, performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.
Job Skills is committed to fostering a workplace that is both inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. As a diverse workplace incorporating a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is essential to achieving success and client satisfaction in all Job Skills’ programs and services. To meet these objectives, we invite all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please be advised that accommodation is available upon request.
Would you like to join our team?
If you:
- have a desire to make a difference in your community
- have professional training and experience in the employment industry
- are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity
- are passionate about helping others
- are a “people person”
Come work with us!
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York Region
Administrator, Human Resources
Full-time Opportunity
York Region
Who we are:
Job Skills delivers programs and services to individuals and organizations to meet the evolving needs of the labour market.
What we need:
A creative, motivated individual with a high level of energy and a positive attitude who:
- Has high levels of integrity, honesty, tact, and diplomacy, with a demonstrable ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
- Has superior oral and written communication skills, excellent time-management and a high attention to detail
- Has the ability multi-task
- Is a Certified Human Resources Professional or Leader (CHRP or CHRL) designation
- Experience in recruitment and payroll and health benefit administration
- Has a valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle, as some travel may be required
What you will do:
Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Administrator, Human Resources is responsible for providing support to the Human Resources and Finance Department, by:
- Administering employee benefit plan
- Co-ordinating full-cycle recruitment activities
- Staying current with and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and laws
- Maintaining and updating the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
- Ensuring the confidentiality and organization of employee files
- Generating, analyzing, and preparing HR reports as needed
- Reviewing, updating, and publishing Personnel Policies as required
- Processing the bi-weekly payroll and assisting in maintaining and updating the month-end staff budget
- Providing support with Finance-related tasks as necessary
- Advising staff on HR-related matters, as well as organizational policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum education requirement: Post-secondary education in HR or a related field
- 1-3 years’ experience in an HR capacity
COMPETENCIES:
- Effective Communication (Listening Skills)
- Fostering Teamwork
- Functional, Technical and Organizational Proficiency
- Strategic Thinking
- Multi-tasking Abilities
- Coaching
- Information Seeking Abilities
- Planning and Goal Setting Abilities
What you will get:
In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers:
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week
- Salary: $45,500/annum
- Generous paid time off (including enhanced vacation time off, personal needs time off and optional year-round “summer hours” schedule, etc.) to encourage work/life balance
- Comprehensive, employer-paid health benefits package (including extended health and dental)
- Defined, employer-matched pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Free on-site parking
If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part our growing Job Skills Team!
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within the organization.
Job Skills is a forward thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new programs to help individuals achieve economic independence as well as support local employers to meet their current and future hiring needs. We are ethical, client-focused, performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.
As Administrator, Human Resources, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to contributing to the economic and social viability of our community. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience to support Job Skills’ needs.
Job Skills is committed to fostering a workplace that is both inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. As a diverse workplace incorporates a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is essential to achieving success and client satisfaction in all Job Skills’ programs and services. To meet these objectives, we invite all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please be advised that accommodation is available upon request.
We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this job in your cover letter.
Please reply in confidence by 4:30 p.m., Friday, September 18, 2026
JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: HO081320
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org
Employment Consultant
Full-time Opportunity
York Region
Who we are:
Job Skills offers employment solutions connecting the skills of job seekers with the needs of employers to create a more vibrant community.
What we need:
Results-driven individuals who:
- Are inspired by helping people achieve their employment goals
- Have demonstrated experience in Career Counselling/Career Development Theory, Individual Counselling/Assessment Skills, Information/Resources, Consultation/Case Management, Diverse Populations, Ethical/Legal Issues, Research/Evaluation and Technology.
- Have demonstrated experience in Communication, Building Trust, Information Monitoring, Managing Work, Planning and Organizing, and Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills. (Facilitation experience is considered an asset)
- Have well-developed interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
- Have intermediate proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Have knowledge of community agencies, services, resources and employers within the community
- Facilitation skills are considered an asset
- Have a valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
What you will do:
The Employment Consultant supports the activities of the Job Skills Employment Programs and Services activities by:
- Interviewing all clients to obtain employment history, educational background, and career goals, among other information, by using the Common Assessment Tool (CAT), which identifies client Stream A, B, and C
- Using the Initial Assessment (IA), identifying barriers to employment and assisting clients in developing job readiness skills and job search strategies through an Employment Action Plan (EAP)
- Achieving individual targets towards overall team outcomes
- Assessing the need for additional assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid, or further vocational training and making appropriate referrals
- Liaising with job development services, facilitation team, resources and information team, government departments, and other social, employment, and community agencies on mutual clients as needed to facilitate clients’ progress
- Participating in delivering outreach and marketing activities within the community; including job fairs, community and employment agencies, and performing outreach to clients and employers
- Following up with clients at appropriate intervals to work towards progress and record outcomes
- Using the Motivational Interviewing (MI) counselling approach when working with the most vulnerable clients
- Ensuring all client notes and data entry is completed with accuracy and within a timely manner
- Delivering high-quality service as outlined in Job Skills’ customer service standards
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum education requirement is a Post-secondary education, preferably in Career Development, Employment Counseling, or Social Service and/or related experience
- 2-4 years’ experience in the social service sector
COMPETENCIES:
- Effective Communication/Listening Skills
- Fostering Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
- Multi-tasking Abilities
- Coaching
- Client Service Orientation
What you will get: In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers:
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week
- Salary: $47,320.00 per annum
- Generous paid time off (including enhanced vacation time off, personal needs time off and optional year round flex hours schedule, etc.) to encourage work/life balance
- Comprehensive, employer-paid health benefits package (including extended health and dental)
- Defined, employer-matched pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Free on-site parking
If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills Team!
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within the organization.
Job Skills is a forward thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new Programs to help individuals achieve economic independence. In doing so, we aim to contribute to the economic and social viability of our community. We are ethical, client-focused, performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.
As an Employment Consultant with Job Skills, you will work for a high performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals.
Job Skills is committed to fostering a workplace that is both inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. As a diverse workplace incorporates a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is essential to achieving success and client satisfaction in all Job Skills’ Services and Programs. To meet these objectives, we invite all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please be advised that accommodation is available upon request.
We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title, and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter.
Please reply in confidence by 4:30 p.m., Friday, September 18, 2026
JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: HO081320
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org
EMPLOYMENT SETTLEMENT SPECIALIST
Full-time Opportunity
York Region
Who we are:
Job Skills delivers programs and services to individuals and organizations to meet the evolving needs of the labour market.
What we need:
Results-driven individuals who:
- Is inspired to help recent immigrants achieve their employment goals
- Has post-secondary education preferably in Career and Work Counseling, and/or three years’ equivalent work related experience in Employment Counseling/Case Management, specifically for newcomers to Canada
- Has experience working with people from various cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds
- Is knowledgeable of the Canadian labour market, Canadian workplace practices, job search strategies and techniques
- Have a minimum of two years’ experience conducting community outreach and coordination
- Have experience staffing an employment resource center (considered an asset)
- Has excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and problem solve in order to meet program delivery targets
- Is demonstrably proficient in English oral and written communication; knowledge of and fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese, a strong asset
- Has intermediate proficiency in MS Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
- Has a valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
What you will do:
The Employment Settlement Specialist supports the activities of the Job Skills Newcomer Employment Programs and Services activities by:
Newcomer Services
- Interviewing clients to conduct needs assessment for additional assistance such as language/skills training, settlement support, accreditation assistance, mentoring, family services support, housing support, rehabilitation, and make appropriate referrals to those supports
- Participating in delivering outreach within the community, developing an awareness of community and social services and supports; including job fairs, community and employment agencies, and performing outreach to clients and community partners
- Liaise with all Welcome Centre services and partner agencies, as well as Employment Ontario Employment Service providers and other social, employment and community agencies, on mutual clients, as needed, to facilitate progress
- Watching for trends and provide supporting data to management for future report and proposal writing submissions
- Monitoring resource area activity: Assisting clients in accessing e-mail, computers, internet, fax and photocopy equipment to support their job search
- Maintaining file notes and appropriate documentation about clients’ progress as required
Case Manager
- Support clients on issues related to job searching and the ways and means of conducting an effective job search through coaching on job search strategies, improving resume writing, interview techniques and networking, including social media
- Providing information to clients; assisting in the orientation sessions and workshops; evaluating candidate suitability for JS programs
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-4 years’ experience in the Social Service sector
- Minimum education requirement is a Post-secondary education, preferably in Career Development or Social Service and/or related experience
COMPETENCIES:
- Effective Communication (Listening Skills)
- Fostering Teamwork
- Functional, Technical and Organizational Proficiency
- Strategic Thinking
- Multi-tasking Abilities
- Coaching
- Information Seeking Abilities
- Planning and Goal Setting Abilities
What you will get:
In addition to the satisfaction gained from helping people reach their goals, Job Skills offers:
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week
- Salary: $47,320/annum
- Generous paid time off (including enhanced vacation time off, personal needs time off and optional year round “summer hours” schedule, etc.) to encourage work/life balance
- Comprehensive, employer-paid health benefits package (including extended health and dental)
- Defined, employer-matched pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Free on-site parking
If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please read on to learn more about Job Skills, how you can apply to this exciting position and become part of our growing Job Skills Team!
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within the organization.
Job Skills is a forward-thinking, not-for-profit, charitable organization that is constantly developing or implementing new programs to help individuals achieve economic independence. In doing so, we aim to contribute to the economic and social viability of our community. We are ethical, client-focused, and performance-oriented and believe in the personal growth of our staff, our community and our clients.
As an Employment Settlement Specialist with Job Skills, you will work for a high-performing organization that is dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving their employment goals. In this role, you will utilize your unique combination of skills and experience in counselling working to help clients find and maintain meaningful employment.
Job Skills is committed to fostering a workplace that is both inclusive and representative of the communities we serve. As a diverse workplace incorporates a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive organization is essential to achieving success and client satisfaction in all Job Skills’ Services and Programs. To meet these objectives, we invite all qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please be advised that accommodation is available upon request.
We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Please indicate the position title, and job reference number in the email subject line and tell us how you learned about this opportunity in your cover letter.
Please reply in confidence by 4:30 p.m., Friday, September 18, 2026.
JOB SKILLS Hiring Committee
Job Reference Number: MNWC080418
14-130 Davis Drive, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 2N1
E-mail: resumes@jobskills.org
Co-op/Field Placement
Unpaid field placement/practicum and co-operative education programs provide students with a means to gain a greater understanding of the student’s academic program, through practical work experience. Job Skills supports these educational initiatives by participating, where possible, in a work placement related to the student’s current program/curriculum, career objectives and personal learning goals.
Students who are interested in available unpaid placement opportunities are invited to contact Job Skills HR Department.