Are you a dynamic, energetic and creative individual who aspires to have a fulfilling work experience? Join the Leads Team for Summer 2025 as a Summer Survey Interviewer!
Please apply if you:
• Meet the eligibility criteria of the funder including you are:
o between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position;
o a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred;
o Have a valid SIN
o International students, and those who are here in Canada on a work, youth, or visitor visa/permit are not eligible for the program.
• Have completed secondary school or are currently working toward an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or community college diploma in business and/or social services or equivalent and have one year of related experience in a business, social services, sales or educational setting;
• Reliable transportation to provide services. A vehicle is required.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including conflict resolution and people management skills;
• Ability to maintain the strictest confidentiality;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, family members, and the general public;
• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability;
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts;
• Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management skills;
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening Criminal Reference Check;
• Must be able to provide proof of two doses of COVID-19 vaccination or documentation for a medical exemption or reason related to protected grounds under the Human Rights Code as per Provincial Health Care regulations
The contract will be 16 weeks in length (35 hours per week with an hourly of $18.20). The start and end dates are between May and August 2025. The role is predominantly located in-person at Leads’ London office. Flexible working arrangements (including some remote work) may be considered.
If you enjoy Working Conditions that include:
• A diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and culture;
• A flexible hybrid model of supporting clients, achieving results and your work-life balance;
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities;
• Influencing others and teamwork;
• Interacting with individuals, family members, staff, visitors and government agencies;
• Travelling to provide services in clients’ and employers’ work locations;
• Accountability-driven with a high level of documentation and data tracking;
• Intermittent physical activity, including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting clients;
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter telling us what interests you about the role of Employment Specialist and a resume to hiring.committee@leadsservices.com stating “Summer Survey Interviewer” in the subject line.
Please note: only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
More Information:
Always on the cutting edge and innovative in serving our communities, Leads Employment Services provides specialized employment and skills development services for people with visible and non-visible disabilities and / or barriers in Southwestern Ontario.
Our primary goal is to meaningfully engage employers and people with disabilities and / or barriers to create an inclusive, equitable and diverse workforce. Leads has placed over 20,000 individuals in employment since its inception in 1986.
The Summer Survey Interviewer is responsible for the following duties: deliver survey questions as directed; make calls to contact survey participants; gather information from survey participants; complete data entry for reports; ensure that all legislated acts guidelines are being followed and adhere to the overall mission and values of the organization; conduct various clerical and office work such as faxing, mailing, filing, photocopying, etc.; create, maintain and update electronic databases; registration and audit of applications; support the development of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee; support building resources for Pawlooza and be available during the month of August; any other duties as assigned.
Leads Employment Services is dedicated to recruiting and retaining an inclusive, diverse, qualified workforce. Leads is committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable and endeavours to provide accommodations in the recruitment and interview process upon request. If you are selected for an interview, please notify the hiring committee of your requirement for accommodation.
