Emp - u25 - 46 Employer Engagement Specialist, Integrated Employment Services

Integrated Employment Services (IES) Program

Springboard's mission is to build stronger communities by helping youth and adults develop the skills they need to reach their full potential. As a charitable organization, we deliver innovative, professional and diverse programming by establishing partnerships between our clients and their community. Springboard's program areas include community justice, employment, developmental services, youth justice, Weed out The Risk and The Community Learning HUB.

People are at the centre of everything we do. We foster opportunities for skills development, personal growth and social interaction. We also actively promote work/life balance and mental health supports. We foster communication across the agency, from our Town Halls to our quarterly Springboard orientations. We are a learning organization and our people have the opportunity to provide feedback into all areas of the organization.

The Integrated Employment Services (IES) program provides tailored support for individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them achieve meaningful, long-term outcomes. By addressing the unique challenges of each client, we create pathways to sustainable employment that transform lives and strengthen communities.

The Employer Engagement Specialist works in a community-based setting with at risk, correctional or special needs clients as well as business owners, managers, employers and community partners to support the Employment programs in accordance with funder guidelines. In addition, assistance with workshop facilitation is also required. The position encompasses the primary functions of employer engagement, marketing, managing stipend contracts, job matching, coaching and retention to provide clients with employment and community service experience through subsidized placements. The position also involves liaising and maintaining positive relationships with employers, community-based agencies and business associations. This role may be required to work flexible hours and in more than one location while assisting clients with employment/service placement maintenance.

Job Class: Union

Department: Integrated Employment Services (IES)

Location: 3195 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto ON (Scarborough)

Status: Full-time, Contract (until March 31, 2026)

Pay Rate: $51,421.01 per annum

Vacancy Number: EMP-U25-46

Number of vacancies: 1

Available: Immediately

Hours/Shifts: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts between 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (minimum 2 days per week in-office, based on operational needs) flexibility for evenings/weekends. Schedules are subject to change to meet departmental needs.