Employment Consultant

**We’re Hiring: Full Time Employment Consultant** ================================================= **Location:** Caledonia, ON **Hours:** Full Time – Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm, with 1 evening shift (12pm-8pm) every other week **Start Date:** As soon as possible (Vacant Position) **Apply by:** November 24th, 2026 **|** **Reference:** Employment Consultant - CEC **Email Applications to:** recruit@soarcs.ca **About SOAR Community Services** --------------------------------- At SOAR, we believe in lifting communities through compassionate, inclusive, and innovative care. Serving the communities of Brantford, Brant, Haldimand, and Norfolk since 1968, we are accredited in Children and Youth Mental Health, Community Mental Health and Addictions Services and Youth Justice Services through the Canadian Centre for Accreditation. Our departments include Employment, Justice, Mental Health and Addictions, and Housing. Join a team that’s committed to making a difference – every day. **The Opportunity** ------------------- We are recruiting for a **Full Time Employment Consultant*****.*** Funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, this role is a vital part of our **Employment Services Team** supporting job seekers and employers. **What You’ll Do** ------------------ * Develop employment opportunities for clients * Provide employment and training needs assessment and case management * Develop Service Plans * Provide instruction, individual support and advocacy * Facilitate workshops * Complete reporting requirements * Collaborate with local training providers * Work with local employers to provide placements * Monitor client’s employment retention for 365 days **What You’ll Bring** --------------------- * Have a College Diploma in a Human/Social Services or Business field, with a Career Practitioner/Job Development certificate an asset * Have a minimum 1-year experience in a related field * Be proficient in MS Office and be familiar with databases * Access to reliable transportation, as some travel may be required * Ability to manage exposure to vicarious traumatic stress **Why Join SOAR?** ------------------ * **Salary:** Starting at $24.25 per hour. * **Benefits:** Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and travel insurance, with options fully paid for Full Time staff. * **Time off:** 3 weeks’ vacation, 60 hours of personal leave, and 15 hours of wellness time (pro-rated first year). * Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) for staff and their families. * RSP/TFSA matching for eligible staff. * A supportive, values-driven workplace that prioritizes your well-being. **Ready to Make an Impact?** ---------------------------- We’re looking for someone passionate about empowering client voices, connection in community care and inclusion in action! If that’s you, we want to hear from you. **Our Commitment to Job Seekers** ================================= SOAR Community Services is committed to implementing the Cal