Employment Coordinator - Jobs in Hamilton

Job Description

Important messagesWe are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.Assessment accommodationWhen you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.DutiesCORCAN, as part of the Correctional Service of Canada, is responsible for the Employment and Employability Program for offenders while incarcerated in federal penitentiaries, and after they are released into the community. The Employment Coordinator position provides services and interventions to offenders, including developing partnerships with community employers and organizations and providing direct support, services and program interventions to assist them with finding employment in the community.Work environmentThe incumbent works in a correctional institution (multiple security levels) or community location providing services and interventions to offenders who are under the supervision of the Correctional Service of Canada. All incumbents must be willing to work on a regular basis within a federal correctional environment, including contact with offenders. Incumbents also have regular contact with other areas of CSC and the government, as well as stakeholder groups and members of the public.Positions to be filled: Number to be determinedInformation you must provideYour résumé.A response to a text question addressing the following:

• Please provide the contact information for your 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)EDUCATIONA secondary school diploma, OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.Degree equivalencyEXPERIENCEExperience in intervening with and/or supporting individuals who are working on changing their behaviour.The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)Various language requirementsEnglish essentialBilingual imperative - BBB / BBBBilingual imperative - CBC / CBCInformation on language requirementsKNOWLEDGEKnowledge of the Correctional Service of Canada #39;s Mission and PrioritiesKnowledge of the Correctional Service of Canada (including CORCAN) Employment and Employability Programs and related policiesABILITIESAbility to plan, implement and facilitate employment related programsAbility to engage with multiple stakeholdersAbility to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to communicate effectively orallyAbility to communicate effectively in writingPERSONAL SUITABILITIESEffective interpersonal relationshipsValues and EthicsInitiativeEngagement

• Sensitivity to interventions for women, including cultural sensitivity to Indigenous women. This element applies to positions in Women Offender Institutions only.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)EDUCATIONGraduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Social Sciences or any other area relevant to the position.Degree equivalencyEXPERIENCEExperience working in a correctional environment (institution or community-based).Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with and/or providing services to Indigenous Peoples.Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with and/or providing services to People of Ethno-cultural background.Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with and/or providing services to people with mental health needs.Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with and/or providing services to women.Experience developing partnerships with community organizations.Experience providing employment services and/or career counselling.Experience facilitating skills based programs.Experience working for a Federal Government department.ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDSSelection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities or women.OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTSEmployees may work shifts and/or variable hoursEmployees must be willing to travel, including overnight travelConditions of employmentReliability Status security clearance - Possession of a valid unrestricted driver #39;s licence that conforms to provincial or territorial requirement may be applicable to some positions.Other informationThe Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.Information on employment equityWe may assess the essential and asset qualifications using interviews, written tests (take home assignments or other), references or a combination of these or other assessment methods. Other sources of information (such as performance agreements, work samples, board member knowledge, etc.) may be used to assess the criteria identified on the Statement of Merit Criteria.Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.PreferencePreference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.Information on the preference to veteransWe thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Contact information