Job Developer
COMPETITION NO. SS26-34
About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
Position Information:
Full-time Support Staff Position Opportunity (Temporary Employee Replacement (see Appendix D of collective agreement) August 2026 to July 2027
Payband: Band J; Starting Rate: $43.61; Four Year Rate: $50.39
Department: Community Employment Services
Hours: 35 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 4:30 pm, evening or weekend hours may be required on occasion)
Reporting To: Manager, Employment Services
Campus Location: Uxbridge (with local travel to iterant sites – Port Perry, Beaverton and Cannington)
Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy temporary replacement
Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent is responsible for performing job development, job matching/placement and job retention services through Employment Ontario (EO) Employment Services program. This position is also responsible for facilitating training grants/incentive programs. This position primarily involves job development at the Uxbridge (and north) sites. The position further involves a particular focus on EO participants/clients who lack marketability or credibility in the local labour market. The incumbent works as part of the Community Employment Services team, which operates in a continuous quality improvement environment. The position requires extensive travel to various locations and may involve hours outside of standard business operation.
Performs job development, job matching and placement services by:
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Provide outreach, cold calls / recruitment to employers to identify opportunities that are available in the competitive job market
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Extensive collaboration with Employment Specialists regarding requirements for potential clients
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Case conference with Employment Specialists to establish appropriate placement/job opportunities best suited to the clients’ needs
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Provide support to employers by identifying skills required and capabilities needed
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Deliver sensitivity / diversity training, workplace accommodation training for persons with disabilities, orientation to workplace health and safety, workplace communication training, AODA and Employment Standards Act
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Match employers’ skill needs and clients’ capabilities and interests either through assisted services
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Place clients into employment placements with and without financial incentives, volunteer, job trial, mentoring and on-the-job opportunities
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Develop on-the-job training plans and agreements, including negotiating and establishing financial incentives
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Monitor placements and/or on the-the-job training agreements with clients/ employers to support success and communicating this information to Employment Specialists
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Link individuals with mentors and coaches to provide support during and after job placement/obtained job
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Provide employability support one-on-one to clients prior to and on placement
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Determine clients need and eligibility for further vocational services, makes and documents referrals within the community or other employment services
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Reviews, in collaboration with the client, a career action plan that clarifies vocational goals, identifies barriers to employment and describes short- and long-term steps for client to overcome barriers and achieve goals.
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Analyze the local labour market to determine skills development needs and occupational training opportunities
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Extensive travelling and cold call introduction of services as required.
Performing job retention and monitoring services by:
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Monitor and follow up with all Stream C clients with an outcome and Stream A/B exceptions on placement/training to provide support as required to ensure effective customer service outcomes.
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Identify individuals who may require additional coaching / mentoring to maintain employment, identification of need may be determined by workplace performance, repeated job loss, absences from the workplace or being new to the Canadian workplace.
Services include but are not limited to:
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Development of a resource pool of mentors/coaches.
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Identification of the need for additional supports (with individual and/or employer).
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Development of a support plan with the individual and the mentor/coach and employer.
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Link clients with mentors and coaches to provide support during and after job placement.
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Monitor the mentor/coach relationship and its impact on workplace success, facilitating adjustments as required.
Monitors and assesses employer suitability by:
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Ensure all applications and supporting documentation is provided including adherence to Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Workplace Safety and Insurance coverage, third party liability insurance, AODA, etc.
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Conduct on-site inspections and record results of inspections for all new employers registering
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Assess the appropriateness of the workplace and the capacity of the employer to provide a positive experience and work-related training
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Review Health and Safety checklist with employers and ensure proper training has occurred
Administration/Documentation/File Management/other:
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Develop and maintain up to date employer and client files/records
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Responsible for the commitment and spending of incentives/training grants
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Track the budget on a regular basis to ensure under/over expenditures do not occur
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Process timely payments of financial incentives
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Maintain statistical records to demonstrate outcomes
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Conducting customer service exit surveys with clients and employers
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Make follow up calls to clients and employers
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Following Performance Base Funding guidelines/requirements make effort to acquire the necessary proof of income Stream C clients and A/B exceptions on caseload
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Provide up-to-date and accurate information to data entry person prior to assigned deadlines to ensure accurate and timely data entry into EOIS-CaMS/ES Cases
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Resource Centre/Reception rotation coverage with other Team Members
Qualifications:
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A minimum of a 3-year diploma or degree in Social Service Worker or Community Services Worker. Will consider human resources (recruitment) or Business Administration/Marketing and Career Development Practitioner.
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A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with unemployed adults in an advisement or job development capacity
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Requires demonstrated successful direct contact Sales, Marketing, Job Development or Recruiting Experience.
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Requires demonstrated computer skills and excellent communication skills.
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Experience delivering trauma‑informed, non‑judgmental support to individuals who may be experiencing or recovering from violence, trauma, addictions, mental health issues, and financial or housing challenges.
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A valid G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required to perform the role.
Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes at 7:00 p.m. EST on July 22, 2026. Competition number SS26-34.
Contact Us T:905.721.3073 [email protected]
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We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Land Acknowledgement
Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.
