Employment Advisor

Inclusion Statement

Northwest Training Ltd values the diversity of its staff and the people it serves. Diversity at Northwest Training Ltd. means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

Job description

Employment Advisor – Terrace

· Are you interested in an opportunity to make a meaningful difference?

· Do you value a supportive work environment?

· Would you like to work days with weekends and statutory holidays off?

Qualifications:

Diploma/ Certificate in Social Sciences or a related field and/or Career Development Practitioner Certificate OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Job description

This position requires a helpful, confident and friendly person with a demonstrated understanding of the issues faced in developing an attachment to the labour market in this economy.

Accountable to the WorkBC Team Leader, this position provides all aspects of case management services to clients with varying levels of labour market attachment and/or barriers to employment in order to assist clients in obtaining sustainable employment and/or education and skill development. They will ensure all Clients accessing employment services enjoy a high level of satisfaction and are provided with a consistent, professional and welcoming environment.

Experience and Abilities:

Experience in employment counseling, case management and conducting various needs assessments is a strong asset

Ability to implement a client-centered approach to helping, while utilizing a highly structured and prescribed framework

Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with the network of services and community stakeholders.

Demonstrated experience in group facilitation preferred

Excellent written, verbal and conflict resolution skills

Strong administration, computer and technical skills including Microsoft Office

Demonstrated experience in report writing and documentation related to program activities, progress date and updates on a regular basis

Willing to undergo a Criminal Record Check is a requirement

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $25.50-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person