Internal/External
Full-time/Permanent
Location: Midland, Barrie, Gravenhurst, or Owen Sound, Ontario
Remote Work: Flexible (both in-office and remote-work required)
Closes: February 5, 2024
Starting Salary: $47,540 – $54,190, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $61,810 [2023 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 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
- 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
- Coordinate with the Employment Developer successful client job searches by: orientating clients to services and opportunities available through MNO and other regional employment Services
- Critique and compose resumes, cover letters; assist in developing and facilitating job search workshops and career development techniques;
- Referring clients to alternative funding services and other appropriate programs in the region as needed;
- Assisting clients in the utilization of office equipment such as faxes, photocopiers, computers and printers
- Maintaining an accurate and up to date job posting board
- Maintaining a relevant and current knowledge of the local labour market
- Update and provide information on financial supports, bursaries and scholarships for post-secondary students
- Assist in the planning and participate in job fairs activities
- Establish links with other Aboriginal and Employment groups and organizations
- Liaise with Regional Advisory Committee (RAC), Metis Awards Committee, Regional Counsellor, Metis Community, trainers, high schools, post-secondary institutions and HRDC; establish a good working relationship with community
- Collaborate with Employment Developer(s) and other project staff to serve client employment and training needs
- Establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other MNO branches
- Attend meetings, training, workshops and seminars as required
- Support the administration of the Métis Nation of Ontario Bursary Program
Qualifications
- Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold Métis rights and culture
- Completion of post-secondary education in a related field
- A high degree of technology literacy and proficiency in standard office equipment
- Advanced administrative, organization and communications skills
- Organization skills and time/priority-management and highly detail-oriented
- Ability to problem-solve, demonstrate good judgement, and make decisions independently within set processes and procedures
- Ability to work alone/independently with minimal supervision
- Finance knowledge (budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, reporting)
- Client service experience
- 2 years of demonstrated social services/community supports experience or related experience
- Not for profit experience
Preferred:
- Knowledge of indigenous (preferably Métis) culture, issues, and current activities
- Experience dealing with confidential information
- Experience working in coordinating and delivering community-based programs or projects
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.