Durham Region Employment Services Consortium
The Durham Region Employment Services Consortium is the regional employment Service System Manager (SSM) overseeing the design and delivery of employment services across Durham region. Our team includes a network of highly skilled Employment Services Providers who create meaningful connections between job seekers and employers.
The consortium is comprised of The Regional Municipality of Durham (as the lead agency), Durham College and Durham Workforce Authority. With extensive experience and expertise in employment and human services program implementation, consultation and system co-ordination, the consortium will provide funding, support and oversight for the region’s Employment Services network.
The consortium has a deep understanding of the region to efficiently serve various client groups, including barriered clients, and build capacity with Employment Services Providers. As mature business entities, the SSM has established business support systems that will be used to ensure the employment system is delivered in an effective, responsive and financially sustainable way.
The Regional Municipality of Durham
The Regional Municipality of Durham is the designated Service System Manager for Housing, Homelessness, and Early Learning and Child Care, and operates four long-term care homes. The Region of Durham is responsible for responding to local needs, building systems capacity and extensive planning, implementation and management of human services. The Region of Durham brings with it the Economic Development and Tourism Division, also known as Invest Durham. It strives to create and retain jobs, increase non-residential assessment, and promote the region as the best place to live, work and invest.
Durham College
Durham College is a premier post-secondary institution, offering more than 145 market-driven programs at its Oshawa and Whitby campuses. Durham College is at the forefront of transformative, experiential learning and innovative applied research. Durham College is also an existing Employment Services Provider with locations in Bowmanville, Oshawa and Uxbridge, and itinerant locations in Beaverton and Port Perry.
Durham Workforce Authority
Durham Workforce Authority is a community-based not for profit with over 20 years’ experience delivering academically rigorous and reliable labour market research in Durham Region. Durham Workforce Authority’s vision and mission is to be the leading source of labour market intelligence for Durham Region and to champion the development and maintenance of a sustainable and dynamic workforce.
Mission, vision and values
| Vision |
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Our vision is to foster a thriving, inclusive labour market, where job seekers are empowered to acquire new skills, secure and maintain meaningful employment, and employers can access the necessary skills and resources to create job opportunities, driving economic prosperity. |
| Mission |
| To create and co-ordinate a community-responsive employment service system through exemplary leadership and innovation that fosters a network of collaboration, partnerships and service excellence. |
| Value |
| Collaboration and partnership:
We highly value and actively foster collaboration and partnerships with various interested parties, including job seekers, employers and community organizations. Our goal is to leverage collective expertise and resources to deliver effective and co-ordinated employment services, and create positive change.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We are committed to providing inclusive and equitable employment services that recognize and celebrate the diverse populations and cultures of Durham Region. Our aim is to remove barriers, address systemic discrimination, and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
Empowerment and individualized support: We firmly believe in empowering clients by creating access to the necessary resources, knowledge and support tailored to their unique needs, helping them make informed decisions and reach their full potential while upholding their dignity and fostering socio-economic independence.
Innovation and continuous improvement: We embrace innovation and continually seek new ways to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our provider network. We strive for excellence by adopting evidence-based practices, leveraging emerging technologies, and adapting to changing labour market dynamics to be inclusive and to meet the evolving needs of clients and employers.
Accountability and transparency: We hold ourselves accountable to the communities we serve. Operating with integrity, transparency and ethical standards, we ensure the responsible and efficient use of resources. We continuously evaluate and improve our services based on data-driven insights and the voices from the diverse communities we serve. |
