Employment Counsellor

Employment Counsellor
Job Number # 
24426
Employer 
Island Work Transitions Inc. (WorkBC Port Alberni)
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Oct 05, 2021
Apply By 
Oct 17, 2021
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Full Time
NOC Code 
4156
Source 
Employer
Details 

Island Work Transitions, Inc. (IWT) delivers WorkBC Employment Services to communities in the Alberni-Clayoquot region, as a subcontractor to Central Vancouver Island Job Opportunities Building Society (CVIJOBS).

What We Can Offer:

  • Starting wage of $22.50/hour (negotiable depending on experience)
  • Benefits after 3 months (includes drug, dental and vision care)
  • Allotted number of paid sick days and vacation days each year
  • Paid time off for statutory holidays
  • The opportunity to work with a great team!

Key Responsibilities of an Employment Counsellor Include:

Client Service: Engaging and supporting clients from intake through to sustained employment. Includes evaluating client eligibility for programs and services, developing a realistic employment action plan and providing coaching in employment-related areas such as work skills, job search skills, resume preparation and interview skills.  Also includes supporting access to necessary resources to support their journey to sustained employment and following up with clients once they have become employed to provide any needed post-placement support.

Administration: Completing and maintaining accurate related records, documentation and reports on client and job candidate progress and employer activities.  Liaising with the program funder and other stakeholders regarding relevant client information.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrated ability and passion to establish and maintain positive rapport with a diverse profile of people including job seekers, employers and community in general
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate/coach clients and staff to learn new skills and achieve positive outcomes
  • Ability to meet deadlines, manage a varied client load and work under pressure
  • Time management skills, ability to prioritize; strong organizational skills a must
  • Demonstrated ability to take on a leadership role
  • Advanced MS Office and database skills; ability to learn and navigate online technology platforms
  • Knowledge of the local labour market trends and training/employment opportunities

 

Qualifications 
  • Previous work in a related discipline such as human resources, education, or career counselling
  • Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Human Resources, Education, Psychology, Social Work (or another closely related field)
  • Must pass a criminal background check (vulnerable peoples sector)
  • Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required

Assets: 

  • Career or employment development certification, including completion of “Career Theories and Ethics” course
  • Experience working in employment programs funded by the province, including use of the Integrated Case Management system
  • Demonstrated facilitation skills
How to Apply 

IWT is committed to inclusivity in hiring. We invite applications from members of the following groups: women; visible minorities; Indigenous Peoples; persons with disabilities; persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+); and current or recent recipients of assistance under BC’s Employment and Assistance Act/Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities Act.

Please submit a resume and cover letter in confidence by e-mail to:

Attention: David MacFadden

Island Work Transitions, Port Alberni

**Please specify the job number from this posting in your e-mail subject line.**

Email: dmacfadden@avemployment.ca