Skills, Development and Employment  

You’ll feel great about a career with March of Dimes Canada

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward.

• Purpose: Champion equity. Empower ability.

• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 

• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. 

Skills Development and Employment ensures that people with disabilities find and keep meaningful jobs by matching them with employers seeking qualified job candidates. In addition, they offer support with assessments, rehabilitation and child and youth programs. 

The opportunity

Are you passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities to overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals? Join March of Dimes Canada as a Skills Instructor and play a key role in delivering the Paving the Path pre-employment program. 

Responsibilities

• Develop the pre-employment training program.
• Instruct the Paving the Path pre-employment program.
• Adapt material presentations based on client needs.
• Assist the Vocational Team in assessing client motivation through training participation.
• Measure consumer progress and provide timely feedback on:
  • Skills learned.
  • Areas of success.
  • Specific actions to enable further understanding.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or diploma in the Social Services field.
• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• At least 1 year of experience teaching adults with employment barriers.
• Sensitivity to issues and barriers faced by people with disabilities.
• Experience adapting educational methodologies to meet various disability needs.
• In-depth knowledge of private sector and labor market trends.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Bilingualism (English & French) is an asset.
• Excellent time management, organization, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in documentation, maintaining records, and report writing.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Important details

• Hybrid work arrangement 

How to apply

• Please submit your cover letter and resume by Decmeber 22, 2024. 

 Questions about working at March of Dimes Canada?

Whether starting or advancing your career with us, you’ll feel great knowing that you’re: 

• Contributing to our important mission: creating real change for people with disabilities

• Joining a leading national charity with a history of impact and a future full of possibility

• Enjoying industry-leading employment incentives and benefits

• Supported in your professional growth, development, and success

• Included in our empathetic and supportive work culture 

Learn more about why we’re a great employer at marchofdimes.ca/careers.

For general inquiries, you can reach us at recruitment@marchofdimes.ca 

We value the health & safety of our employees! 

MODC is committed to ensuring a healthy and safe work environment. We encourage all current and prospective employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Public Health. This reflects our dedication to safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our workforce.

Need accommodations? We're here to help!

MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free.

Our Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) approach

MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.