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Train Alberta's (www.trainalberta.com) Early Learning and Childcare Certificate and Diploma programs are government-approved instructor-led online training with practicum placements.
Job Title: Student Services Lead – 0.5 FTE
Program: Early Learning and Childcare Program (Train Alberta)
Purpose and Scope of this position: Manage the student services of the Early Learning and Childcare Program and supervise the coordination of the Practicum Placement requirements for the program.
Reports To: Director, Train Alberta
Qualifications for this Position:
- Degree in Human Services related area
- Early Learning and Childcare Certificate (Level-3) an asset
- Expertise in difficult conversations
- Ability to implement policy
- Supervisory or management experience
- Experience working in a client-based industry
- Facilitation skills/adult learning knowledge
- Communication & problem-solving skills, exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills, problem solving
- Interviewing and assessment training
- · Provide Student Support
- Respond to challenges indicated on student surveys
- Resolve student issues with scheduling, instruction, academic progress, academic integrity
- Monitor academic probation by coaching the student and referring to additional resources where required
- Conduct the Cohort Orientation sessions
- Ensure all documentation is in place as required
- Monitor the Train Alberta site:
- Ensure student feedback is arranged, and monitor results – resolve any issues
- Document all identified issues and resolutions as per PCC and Train Alberta policy
- Ensure the Student Information sites are updated consistently with information and resources
- Collaborate with the Practicum Co-ordinator to ensure quality practicum placement experiences and documentation
- Work with the team on marketing initiatives
- Collaborate with the team on service improvement initiatives
- Hire instructors in collaboration with the Academic Lead
- Assign instructors to classes
- Attend regular team meetings to ensure flow of communication
- Ensure File requirements are met according to the workflow processes
- Thorough understanding of program content, policies and procedures
- Effective supervisory, motivation and coaching methods
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Orientation and Assessment
- Employment standards and labour laws
- Safety in the workplace
- Eligibility requirements
- Supervisory, motivation, coaching, training and leadership skills
- Exceptional planning and organizational skills
- Strong facilitation and communication skills
- Ability to identify, analyse and problem solve
- Demonstrate initiative
- Trouble shooting techniques
- Committed practice of time management skills
- Public relations and presentation skills
- Proven ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Display empathy and approachable
- Understanding that policy is the positive framework to support success and efficiency
- Active listening, problem-solving, negotiating and motivating skills
- A strategic planning orientation to process development and improvement
- Caring, compassionate and competent (“the three C’s”)
- Positive, self-managed, adaptable to change and responsive
- Lifelong learning skills and a genuine interest in other people
- Empathy, respect for diversity and patience with other individuals
- Mature attitude with a results-orientation
- Ability to separate behaviour from individual
- Balanced sensitivity and empathy to needs of staff, team and program
- Focus on task and success factors for task completion
- Responsible, accountable, self-directed, positive
MCG Careers is seeking two Job Placement Coaches (JPC) for our Employment Preparation for Careers in Construction (EPIC) program, with one Job Placement Coach being located out of Calgary and the other in Edmonton. These roles are for a fixed contract length of five months, with the possibility of a contract extension.
Primary Purpose of the Job:
The Job Placement Coach works to establish and nurture relationships with employers in the construction and related industries with the goal of providing work experience and employment opportunities for clients of the EPIC program in a variety of industry roles. The JPC will work collaboratively with other program staff and clients to support clients in developing the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to find, obtain and sustain employment.
Reports to:
Program Coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Market program and promote to potential employers.
- Recruitment of employers.
- Employment Coaching.
- Follow up on job placement candidates through on-site monitors and report 90 Day Outcome
- Mediate any concerns around employment standards, contracts, and training plan outcomes.
- Engagement and relationship building between clients and employers.
- Knowledge of the local labour market.
- Assist clients with implementing effective employment search strategies, including writing resumes, developing career portfolios, interview skills, job search strategies, etc.
- Monthly reporting as required.
- Attend meetings and act as company representative where required.
- File maintenance, contact notes and updating service plans.
- Related post-secondary education and experience working in a client-based industry and experience working with a broad range of age groups and backgrounds.
- Experience with various types of recruitment strategies
- Strong understanding of the career planning process
- Computer competencies
- Communication and problem-solving skills, exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills networking abilities
- Interviewing and assessment training
- Access to a reliable vehicle
Contract length: 5 months
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
MCG Careers offers a competitive wage, a 35-hour work week for lifestyle balance with health and dental benefits and a variety of yearly early closures. We also offer a staff education fund, wellness plans, paid sick time, flex time for long-term staff, dental and medical appointment time, paid bonus days over the Christmas season and an employee savings plan.
This position is 0.6 FTE for CPAs with 5 or more years' experience, however will consider a CPA will less experience up to 1.0 FTE.
Purpose and Scope of this position:
Reporting to the CEO this position will ensure the critical functions of the accounting department are being met on a timely basis.
Qualifications for this Position:
- CPA Designation or MBA
- 5+ years of progressive management accounting experience
- Project Accounting or Job Costing Experience
- Payroll & Source Deductions Experience
- GST & Tax remittances Experience
- Month End and Year End Accounting Experience
- Good working knowledge of SAGE
- Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Good understanding of GAAP and ASPE principals
- Cashflow Analysis
- Month end function
- Year-end function
- Liaise with external & internal stakeholders
- Ensure Contract & Regulation Compliance
- Revenue recognition & AR monitoring
- Oversight of Accounts Payable
- Oversight of Payroll and ensure adherence to labour standards
- Oversight on federal & provincial remittances
- WCB annual filing and payments
- Oversight of program accounting
- Provide support to Junior Controller
- Oversight and completion of Bank Reconciliations
- Oversight and management of Corporate credit card
- Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
- Ensure effective internal controls are in place and are being adhere too
- Budget Forecasting & Financial Analysis
- Ad Hoc duties related to an accounting role
Full Time
Calgary
Posted 2 months ago
Primary Purpose of the Job: To find employment opportunities for the clients using a variety of resources. To ensure success, maintain contact with the clients for 90 days after their completion date.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Recruit new clients using TRF, community referrals, and other recruitment channels
- Meeting one-on-one with clients to establish career goals
- Marketing the clients to employers by using their most vital skills as a tool
- Assist clients with resume/cover letter writing
- Research job requirements and explore training options with clients
- Motivate the clients to seek employment and strive for success
- Cold calling new employers to develop a robust database of contacts
- Printing jobs off job boards that are advertised on the job board
- Keeping good contact with existing employers/creating new contacts
- Following up with clients for 30, 60, and 90 days after the completion date to ensure that they are successful
- Liaise with employers to develop and maintain a strong network
- Establishing strong contacts in various industries
- Attend team meetings and other meetings as needed
- Assist in the organization and marketing of job fairs and other program activities
- Participate in community committees and promote the program
- Other duties as required
- Post-secondary education and experience working in a client-based industry
- Experience with various types of recruitment strategies
- Strong understanding of the career planning process
- Computer competencies
- Communication & Problem-Solving skills, exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills networking abilities
- Interviewing and assessment training
- Access to a reliable vehicle
Early Learning and Childcare Instructor
Are you passionate about quality childcare? We require instructors for our Certificate and Diploma programs. The programs are instructor-led online and are delivered two evenings per week and alternate Saturdays.
Mandatory requirements are:
- 5 years experience in a childcare setting
- University Degree
- Demonstrated experience teaching via an online environment
- Early Childcare Education certifications
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Evening shift; Weekend availability
Work Location: Remote