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Inclusive Employment Partnership Coordinator
Employment Type: Full Time – 35 hrs/week
Location: Halton & Peel Regions and the GTA
Start Date: September 2025
Compensation: $53,000 - $57,000 annually
The Organization: Stride Employment Services is a specialized mental health and addiction agency serving Halton, Peel and surrounding areas. We provide a comprehensive range of employment support options, which are responsive to individual needs.
- Stride offers flexible work hours with a focus on work-life balance
- Stride offers continuous training and professional development opportunities
- Stride is committed to Psychological Health and Safety & Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stride, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that values and prioritizes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team to drive innovation and provide culturally responsive employment services within the mental health and addiction sector. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to join us in our mission to create a more equitable and compassionate mental health and addiction support system for all.
The Position: Stride is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven Inclusive Employment Partnership Coordinator to lead inclusive employment efforts that support individuals facing significant barriers - particularly those living with mental health and/or addiction challenges - in accessing meaningful and sustainable work.
This position plays a key role in developing employer relationships, designing customized employment solutions (including carved and non-traditional roles), and aligning workforce needs with client strengths. The successful candidate will be passionate about social impact, experienced in employer engagement, and excited to lead innovative, community-based employment initiatives.
Position Overview: The Inclusive Employment Partnership Coordinator will:
· Forge and maintain long-term partnerships with inclusive-minded employers.
· Collaborate with Stride’s leadership and community stakeholders to expand employment opportunities for clients.
· Design and implement creative strategies such as job carving and employer incentives to facilitate placements.
· Promote awareness of inclusive hiring and champion sustainable workforce inclusion.
· Actively contribute to program development and align all engagement efforts with Stride’s mission and values.
Key Competencies and Responsibilities:
Employer Engagement & Relationship Building
· Build and sustain employer partnerships focused on inclusive hiring.
· Represent Stride at outreach events, Chamber/BIA meetings, networking functions, and community events.
· Secure job trials, transitional placements, and permanent employment opportunities.
· Identify employers willing to create work crews or hire multiple clients.
Program Development & Strategy
· Lead development of creative, non-traditional employment pathways.
· Apply job carving to match client abilities with business needs.
· Utilize Employment Ontario subsidies and incentives to support job trials and placements.
· Use AI tools to develop promotional and outreach materials.
· Develop a robust, up-to-date employer database and tracking system.
Advocacy & Innovation
· Identify and support employer champions for inclusive hiring.
· Provide input on strategic initiatives and future-focused employment programming.
· Commit to continuous learning and attend training sessions related to inclusive employment strategies.
Required Qualifications:
· Post-secondary education in business, marketing, sales, commerce, or a related field.
· Minimum 2–3 years of experience in employer engagement, business development, or workforce partnership roles.
· Familiarity with job development, Employment Ontario programming, or job carving strategies is an asset.
· Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
What We’re Looking For:
· Passion for social impact and inclusive employment.
· Deep understanding of employment barriers faced by individuals with mental health and/or addiction challenges.
· Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in public speaking, negotiation, and networking.
· Creativity and problem-solving mindset to align employer needs with client abilities.
· Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and balance multiple priorities.
· Willingness to attend events or meetings outside regular business hours.
· Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all facets of the role.
Additional Requirements:
· Ability to travel across Halton, Peel, and GTA regions.
· Clear Criminal Reference and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Stride welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Stride will provide support in its recruitment processes including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you are applying for this position and require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Applicants should address their resume and covering letter in one file, to the attention of Terri Skov - Manager, Specialized Employment Services.
Please note: Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,000.00-$57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON L6M 3E6
Expected start date: 2025-09-02
