WHO WE ARE:

At Elephant Thoughts, we transform lives through education. As a registered Canadian
charitable organization, we are dedicated to unleashing the potential of equity-deserving youth; nurturing future global leaders who value the environment, cultural understanding, and civic engagement.

WHO YOU ARE:

We are seeking a dedicated Employment Officer to support participants in identifying their career goals and securing meaningful employment. This role involves working closely with program graduates, employers, and community partners to develop job opportunities that align with participants’ skills and aspirations and build a roster of employer and educational pathway opportunities. The ideal candidate is a proactive connector who can bridge the gap between workforce development training and successful employment outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in employment services, workforce development, case management, and/or career counseling.
• Strong ability to build and maintain employer relationships, partnerships, and create

job opportunities.

• Knowledge of local labor market trends and employment barriers faced by diverse

populations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with youth, marginalized communities, or individuals facing employment barriers is an asset.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license and access to transportation.
• Proficiency in Google platform tools and other relevant software.
• Current police clearance report with attention to vulnerable sector screening.

HOW TO APPLY:

This job description is not limited to those duties specifically listed, and can be changed at any time, in order to adapt to business demands or organizational changes.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to apply@elephantthoughts.com with the subject line: Employment Officer - WFD.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Please Note:
Elephant Thoughts maintains a smoke-free, perfume-free, and drug-free environment for work, living, and travel.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $28.85 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham, O

• Work one-on-one with participants to assess their skills, interests, and employment

goals.

• Develop individualized employment plans that align with participants’ aspirations and

industry opportunities.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry partners, and

community organizations to create job opportunities.

• Advocate for participants by matching them with employment placements that

support their long-term success.

• Provide support and resources shared from our employer partners to instructors

teaching job readiness, that will help with resume development, interview

preparation, and workplace readiness training.

• Collaborate with workforce development instructors and program staff to align

training with job market demands.

• Offer ongoing coaching and mentorship to participants during their job search and

after job placement to ensure retention and career growth.

• Track and report employment outcomes, identifying areas for improvement in job

placement strategies.

• Stay informed about labor market trends, employer needs, and workforce

development best practices.