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*Job Developer ? Learn 2 Earn* *Work Model*: In-person *Part Time/Full Time: *Full Time *Temporary/Permanent: *contract,with possibility of extension. *End Date: *March 31, 2028 *Hours of Work: *35 hours/ week *Deadline for Submission: *until suitable candidate is found *Be a part of our mission* *Where Ability Meets Opportunity* At EmployAbilities, it is our mission to provide specialized services to individuals with disabilities or barriers to employment by creating opportunities for skill development, education, and employment. We envision an inclusive society where all people are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to work to their full potential. Since 1974, we have served people with disabilities, barriers to employment, and employers, and acted as a voice of community advocacy. Experience and passion have fueled our leadership in developing programs, services, and resources that increase the economic participation and empowerment of people with disabilities and individuals with barriers to employment. Our services are not about entitlement or compromise, but inclusion and opportunity. *Job Summary* EmployAbilities *Learn 2 Earn* program has a new and exciting opportunity! We are looking to recruit a full-time Job Developer to provide employment services to youth with disabilities in the Edmonton and surrounding areas. The role is two-fold: *First,* The Job Developer is a dedicated individual with knowledge of different career paths and experience in employment engagement and job development for youth with disabilities and barriers to employment. Create a learning environment that is youth-centered, strength based for youth in the program. The Job Developer?s primary role will be conducting assessments, delivering job search training to determine job opportunities for youth. *Second*, The Job Developer will maintain long-term partnership with employers. To secure job opportunities for youth in the Learn 2 Earn program. The Job developer in collaboration with supervisor will establish and maintain activities to ensure youth are successfully placed in employment. In addition the job Developer will provide follow ups to participants, employers and job coach Participants as needed. *Key Responsibilities* The Job Developer delivers targeted employer outreach and provides ongoing job coaching to ensure placement retention. Specific responsibilities include: *Employer Engagement & Business Development* * Build and maintain strong working relationships with individual employers to gain job leads and uncover hidden opportunities. * Market participants to potential employers utilizing information gathered during the intake and job search process. * Build a strong, productive networking system to solicit job tryouts, work experiences, and workplace training opportunities. * Identify employer needs regarding potential positions to ensure the right fit. * Work with employers to coordinate interviews, placements, and on-site visits when required. *Participant Support & Job Coaching* * Conduct individual interviews in conjunction with L2E staff to identify employment goals, barriers, and readiness for employment. * Facilitate group training, including employment preparation, job search strategies, mock interviewing, and employment retention. * Ensure successful placements by aligning participant skills with the employer?s specific requirements. * Provide one-on-one training and job coaching tailored to the needs of the participant, following a specific training plan until they are self-sufficient. * Assist employers with appropriate supports and accommodations in conjunction with L2E staff. * Provide follow-up services after placement, including phone or email contact and on-site visits, to ensure long-term retention. *Administration & Reporting* * Ensure up-to-date information is entered into case management software. * Submit monthly participant and employer activity reports within designated timeframe