KEYS IS LOOKING FOR A JOB DEVELOPER, OPPORTUNITIES FUND!

Start date: September 22, 2025
End Date: March 27, 2026
The wage for this position is Level V, Step 1 ($28.99/hour) for external candidates and at a Step related to years of service at KEYS for internal candidates, for 35 hours/week. KEYS offers a generous leave package including sick time, vacation time, personal time and special time for staff who have completed 3 months of full-time work or equivalent. KEYS is a dynamic, fast-paced workplace where we envision helping individuals to realize their full potential within an economically and socially vibrant community, and value innovation, diversity, accountability, respect, and excellence.
You can find out more about our beliefs on our website at https://keys.ca/about/beliefs.php.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of the Job Developer for Opportunities Fund is to help candidates prepare for the labour market and place candidates in job opportunities appropriate to their goals. The Job Developer cultivates new employer contacts and maintains positive relationships with new and existing employer partners.

THIS IS A SPECIALIST POSITION, WHICH WILL FOCUS ON RECRUITING EMPLOYERS OFFERING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

The Job Developer will meet one-to-one with clients and conduct research into current and future job openings in order to make appropriate placement matches. The Job Developer will support and monitor clients on placement and be responsible for remaining current on specialized supports and assistive devices, general labour market information: salaries, working conditions, etc. They will, under the direction of their supervisor, effectively maintain referred caseloads and meet all activities and targets and milestones of the designated program area(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

a. Post-secondary education preferably in Human Resources/Teaching or Business Administration/Marketing or combination of education and relevant work experience
b. Minimum of three years coaching & job development/marketing
c. Strong marketing and presentation skills
d. Proven ability to develop partnerships and facilitate meetings
e. Excellent communication skills: strong, confident presentation/facilitation skills
f. Proficiency in English. Fluency in French is an asset.

PLEASE INCLUDE A COVER LETTER.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
KEYS is committed to employment equity. We encourage members of designated groups to apply and self-identify. KEYS is also committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. We will make appropriate accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process for applicants with disabilities. To obtain a copy of this posting and job description in an alternate format or to request any accommodation please contact us directly through hr@keys.ca or by phone at 613.546.5559 Ex. 247. TTY: 613.546.0511. Information received relating to accommodation requests will be addressed confidentially.
KEYS is located on the traditional homelands of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, and Huron-Wendat. We strive to support all those impacted by colonialism.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: $28.99 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details