Maintained current information on trends, issues, labour market and services related to job seekers Developed and presented computer and resume training programs for adult learnersAdvised and responded to clients questions on job expectations, employee rights, obligations, duties, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as accommodation in the workplaceSought and identified ongoing opportunities, resources and set goals for Resource Centre Maintained a comprehensive Job Bulletin Board Produced monthly reports on: Workplace needs, projections and trends R & I Centre strategies, accomplishments and statisticsAssisted clients with job readiness skills, job search strategies, resume writing, job interview preparationFacilitated group activities and administer pre-employment skills assessment testingMaintained a high level of confidentiality while working with a very diverse and sensitive client base

Established and implemented plans of action based on effective assessments that reflect the needs of each client Knowledge of community resources, local labour market trends and funding sourcesCreated resumes, advised on job search techniques and interview skillsAddressed barriers to employment and referred to appropriate agencies Facilitated workshops with community partners, employers and internallyCommunicated opportunities, ideas and other information to co-workers to assist with the work placement of all clientsManaged a large and continuously changing caseload in a fast paced target driven environmentUnderstood and assisted clients with Federal and Provincial legislation as it related to Employment Insurance, Ontario Works and the Employment Standards ActNetworked with employers and other agencies to promote the use of our services Liaised with employers to complete all documentation and monitor placements Trained new staff on all in-house procedures from caseload management to job placementRepresented the agency at various community events, job fairs and meetingsLiaised between social service agencies and registered clientsJob Connect Coordinator (2005-2006)Conducted on-site visits to ensure employer is in compliance with all Health and Safety regulationsMaintained detailed file documentation of Job Connect programLiaised with Counsellors to ensure all necessary paperwork completed in a timely fashionAssessed client eligibility and determined length of subsidy required to complete trainingResolved any issues that arose during placement and remained impartial in discussions between employer and clientEnsured all Job Connect guidelines and Employment Standards were adhered toCompiled statistics and reports for Executive Director monthly Managed Job Connect caseload and ensured all documentation in compliance with Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities

Produced and marketed hand made wood and painted items

Air weapons and all related systems(electrical, mechanical, hydraulic), performance oriented electronics training, supply management, international shipping and receiving, dangerous goods shipping and handling