Career Coach
(Halton Industry Education Council)
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Position ID: V-OSH1571
Last Modified: 20 Jan 2026
Last Full Update: 20 Jan 2026
Opportunity Details: Career Coach
| Contact | Hilary Bisson, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Ontario Career Lab- Powered by HIEC (Halton Industry Education Council); Phone: 905-634-2575 ext 197; Email: hbisson@hiec.on.ca |
| Duties | As an In-Person Career Coach with Ontario Career Lab, you'll make a meaningful difference by sharing your real-world experiences with Grade 9 and 10 students who are just beginning to imagine their futures. Your personal journey, the steps you took, challenges you faced, and pivotal moments that shaped your career, shows students how diverse industries operate and how careers actually develop.
Through career coaching sessions, you'll inspire young people to think about their future with confidence and help them understand that career paths aren't always linear, but they are full of opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Questions? Please email coaches@ontariocareerlab.ca or call 905-634-2575 |
| More Info Link | https://ontariocareerlab.ca/career-coaches |
| Benefits | Professional Growth: Enhance your leadership and mentorship skills while making a meaningful impact on students’ lives. Expand Your Network: Connect with other professionals and organizations that are passionate about career development and youth empowerment. Shape the Future Workforce: Play a key role in preparing the next generation of workers for success in high-demand industries. Empower Your Community: Help students discover the diverse career paths and opportunities while fostering meaningful representation and inspiring the next generation of local talent. |
| Clients | Publicly Funded Secondary Schools in Ontario |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a mental disability ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Individuals ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups |
| Areas of Interest | Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Community Outreach ; Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Employment / Career Guidance ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual ; Youth Engagement |
| Skills/Experience | Accounting & Finance ; Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; First Aid ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Legal Skills ; Listening Skills ; Marketing & PR ; Medical Assistance ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Research ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Skilled Labour ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work ; Translation & Languages ; Web & IT ; Working with Children ; Writing & Editing ; We welcome career coaches from many different fields. All skillsets are welcome. |
| Commitment Length | One Time / Special Event ; Short Term ; Volunteers are welcome to sign up for as many or as few career coaching events as they wish. Events vary in length from 1.5 hours to 4 hours, but most events are under 2 hours. |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 1.5 / Week |
| Dates and Times | Monday: Morning, Afternoon (events are during the school day ending by 4) Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon (events are during the school day ending by 4) Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon (events are during the school day ending by 4) Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (events are during the school day ending by 4) Friday: Morning, Afternoon (events are during the school day ending by 4) |
| Seasons | Spring ; Fall ; Winter ; Limited events may be available during the Summer |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; All events are held in Ontario Secondary Schools and all AODA regulations will be followed. If you require accessibility accommodations through your volunteer screening, onboarding, and support for the In-Person Career Coach role, please indicate them in your expression of interest. |
| Number of Positions | Ajax ; Beaverton ; Bowmanville ; Brock ; Brooklin ; Cannington ; Clarington ; Courtice ; Durham Region ; Orono ; Oshawa ; Pickering ; Port Perry ; Scugog ; Uxbridge (Township of) ; Whitby 1000 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
| Transportation | All volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from events. Most schools are near public transportation if that is required. |
| Police Check | Required |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
