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

What We Can Offer

• Starting wage of $26–$28/hour (negotiable depending on experience)
• Benefits after 3 months (includes drug, dental, and vision care)
• Paid sick, personal, and vacation days each year
• Paid statutory holidays
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in your community

Key Responsibilities of an Employment Services Outreach Worker Include

• Outreach & Client Service: Deliver employment supports, job-readiness activities, and group cohort-based workshops at partner agency sites (e.g., community college, shelters, treatment programs, and youth-serving organizations). Conduct client assessments, identify barriers and strengths, and develop individualized Employment Action Plans.
• Customized Employment: Conduct Discovery with clients to identify skills, interests, and ideal work environments. Work with employers to carve or adapt roles that align with client strengths and support needs. Facilitate accommodations, assistive-technology solutions, and natural workplace supports.
• Job Coaching & Retention: Provide on-the-job coaching and follow-up to support clients with disabilities and/or multiple barriers in achieving and maintaining employment.
• Administration: Maintain accurate client records in the Integrated Case Management (ICM) system and contribute to data-quality and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Skills and Abilities

• This position is suitable for someone who enjoys working with people, maintains strong professional boundaries, and demonstrates empathy and compassion
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a trauma-informed, client-centred approach
• Ability to build rapport with clients, employers, and community partners
• Experience facilitating small-group or cohort-based employment activities
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple outreach priorities
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn database systems such as ICM