Job Detail
Position
Employment Specialist
Wage/Salary
Pay Class 16 (range of $30.39 to $37.83 per hour)
Employment Terms: Temporary: Part-Time
Employment Length: .8 FTE position (12 month term) 30 hours per week
Job Description
When applying please include competition number 2026-49-TPR-04 in the subject line of all emails.
Duties:
- Meet with referred clients and support systems to identify needs and strengths to develop Action Plans
- Assist clients in the development of a resume, cover letter, and interview skills
- Develop paid employment positions and work with employment partners to develop job customizations
- Provide early stage on-site job coaching ongoing
When applying please include competition number 2026-49-TPR-04 in the subject line of all emails.
Duties:
- Meet with referred clients and support systems to identify needs and strengths to develop Action Plans
- Assist clients in the development of a resume, cover letter, and interview skills
- Develop paid employment positions and work with employment partners to develop job customizations
- Provide early stage on-site job coaching ongoing check-ins with clients and employers to maintain employment
All duties will be performed in Yorkton and surrounding rural area within an approximate 150 km radius.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelors degree in the human service field or equivalent professional designation with experience
- Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence and a reliable vehicle to transport
- Valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or obtain within three months
Experience:
- Ability to formulate written and verbal ideas / information in a clear concise manner
- Ability to work co-operatively with consumers, employers, referral agents, colleagues, public contacts
- Knowledge of local labour markets and community resources
- Knowledge of and practice of cultural sensitivities
- Knowledge & understanding of individuals with disabilities
- Ability to work cooperatively with care partners and referral sources
Skills:
- Knowledge and ability to work with individuals with multiple barriers to employment
- Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Computer literacy with Microsoft suite of programs with knowledge of databases and file recording
Final Candidates are required to provide satisfactory criminal record checks including a vulnerable sector search.
How to Apply: Submit resume, cover letter, and references to:
Email: careers@saskabilities.ca
Mail: Mary Baron, Executive Assistant
SaskAbilities - Yorkton Branch
PO Box 5011 YORKTON SK S3N 3Z4
Phone: 1-833-444-4126 toll free