Internal/External
Full-time/ Permanent
Location: Brampton, Ontario
Remote Work: Flexible
Closes: May 1, 2022
Starting Salary: $46,610 – $56,370, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $60,600 [2022 Rates]
All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws and who are in good standing.
What We Offer
As an employer, the Métis Nation of Ontario offers a collaborative work environment with competitive salary
Further, permanent employees benefit from:
- Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits,
- Pension plan,
- 10 days’ vacation to start,
- Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December-January,
- 16 paid public and employer holidays,
- Early closures on long weekends,
- 15 paid health & wellness days (sick leave),
- Employee Assistance Plan, and
- Telemedicine plan.
- Preferred membership pricing at Goodlife gyms.
The Role
The prime objectives of the MNOET Employment Counsellor are: In accordance with the goals and objectives of MNO and MNO Education and Training programs, case manage Métis client activity related to skills development using designated database management system. Work closely with regional labour market staff on the implementation of client action plans. Build partnerships with other local delivery partners in regional area.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Ensure that Labour Market programs are delivered in accordance with the goals and objectives of MNO and MNO Education and Training programs
- Identify client employment and training needs and attainable employment goals by: conducting needs assessments, employability assessments; and developing return to work action plan with clients
- Case manage client files effectively, which involves ongoing monitoring of client attendance, performance and employment outcomes
- Provide client counseling and job coaching to clients; follow-up with clients after he/she has met employment goals and offer additional supports and coaching, if required, to ensure long-term client success
- Maintain a self-guided employment search area including jobs board, public access computer station
- Collect information and remain current on the labour market
- Assist with the planning, promotion and participate in community outreach activities i.e. job fairs, Open House sessions and community meetings
- Assist in the development of partnerships with Aboriginal organizations, local labour market, education and training stakeholders
- Update client database system in a timely manner in order to meet standardized deadlines
- Monitor and report on skills training budget
- Provide monthly, quarterly and yearly tracking and performance reports and complete fiscal year work plan activities
- Upon successful completion of training the EC will coordinate with the Regional Labour Market Staff to assist clients with job searches and accessing other regional employment support services and opportunities available through MNO
- Assist in the composing of resumes and cover letters
- Assist in promoting and facilitating job search workshops and career development techniques (resume writing, cover letter writing, interview skills);
- Keep up to date and provide information on financial supports, bursaries and scholarships for post-secondary students
- Support the administration of The Métis Nation of Ontario Bursary Program
- Liaise and establish a positive working relationship with a variety of community stakeholders, including but not limited to the Regional Advisory Committee (RAC), Metis Awards Committee (MAC), Regional Counsellor, Metis Community, trainers, high schools, post-secondary institutions and Service Canada
- Assist in the recruitment of RAC and MAC members and provide an orientation to RAC and MAC members
- Participate in professional development, training and workshops etc as determined by Management
- Assist and support development of Métis education framework, and Métis specific programming
- Assist district school boards with implementation of First Nation, Métis and Inuit Policy Framework, which may include sitting on committees, assisting with training and information sessions
- Fulfill all other responsibilities as determined
Qualifications
- Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture
- Completion of post-secondary education in a related field, such as Social Service Worker, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- A high degree of technology literacy and proficiency in standard office equipment
- Advanced communications skills
- Organization skills and time/priority-management
- Highly detail-oriented
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, demonstrate good judgement, and make decisions independently within set processes and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to work alone/independently with minimal supervision
- Client service experience
- Demonstrated social services/community supports experience
Who We Are
In 1993, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was established through the will of Métis people and Métis communities coming together throughout Ontario to create a Métis-specific governance structure and vision, encapsulated in the Statement of Prime Purpose. Today, the Métis Nation of Ontario represents over 25,000 Métis citizens.
The MNO delivers programs and services to its citizens through these branches: Healing and Wellness; Community Wellbeing; Education and Training; Housing; Lands, Resources and Consultation; Intergovernmental and Community Relations; Self-Government and Registry. Through these various branches, the MNO maintains 30+ offices and community spaces across the province, administers over $50 million annually, and employs about 350 staff across the province.
AODA Statement
The Métis Nation of Ontario commits to providing accommodation as required by the Ontario Human Rights Act, unless to do so would cause undue hardship. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. The Métis Nation of Ontario will work cooperatively and in the spirit of respect with all partners in the accommodation process. These accommodations will extend to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment and selection.
Please email humanresources@metisnation.org if you require an accommodation during the hiring process.
Please note, all employees, regardless of role or location, are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless the employee has a valid medical exemption. This condition of employment is effective for all employees, full or part-time, permanent or contract, whether working remotely or not, as of November 1, 2021.