Employment Specialist, Kootenays

Job ID #: 24009-WorkBC

Position: Employment Specialist, WorkBC

WorkBC Employment Centre – Kootenays

Regular full-time position at 35 hours per week starting as soon as possible.

Why choose us!

Join ISSofBC, one of the largest and first newcomer and refugee agencies in Canada. As well as being a values-driven organization, we pride ourselves on diversity, inclusion, innovation, and transparency. You can make lifelong friends and connections when you join our family. What's more, we also have multiple locations and offer flexible working and shorter working weeks than most organizations.

Summary:

Reporting to the WorkBC Manager and Regional Contract Manager – WorkBC Kootenays, assists eligible job seekers who are employed or underemployed, to achieve labour market attachment by performing such activities as assessing employment readiness and eligibility, supporting client(s) to identify realistic employment options and develop realistic action plans, become job ready, and successfully transition to sustainable employment.

The ISSofBC position will be working as part of a multi-agency team within the WorkBC Kootenays Catchment operated by KCDS to connect job seekers with progressive employment, training opportunities, and holistic supports

Responsibilities:

· Assist client to become job ready be performing such activities as: arranging for further education or upgrading, researching funding sources or funding alternatives and preparing education funding applications for approval.

· Advises clients and employers of wage subsidy information and placement terms. Subsequently follows up with clients and employers to ensure education, work experience, and employment placements and agreements are established and maintained. Monitors the quality of client placements.

· Actively builds relationships with local employers to match clients/candidates to job opportunities and provides post-hire support to employers to promote the long-term employment placements of clients.

· Markets employment and training program(s) to prospective clients and employers. Develops related promotional materials as required.

· Completes and maintains client-related records, documentation, and reports.

· Evaluates individual’s background, skills, and interest and matches to potential job openings or training programs.

· Coaches and prepares candidates for interview and entry into the workforce.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree or diploma in marketing, business administration, community social services supplemented by a minimum of three (3) years recent related experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral English at all levels of the organization.

· Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and courteously with clients, staff, and the public who may come from differing cultural, linguistic, and/or socio-economic backgrounds.

· Knowledgeable of career development and labour market needs and trends.

· Ability to meet deadlines and manage a high-volume caseload.

· Demonstrated ability to take initiative and problem-solve.

· Demonstrated ability to motivate/coach clients to learn new skills and achieve positive outcomes.

· Knowledge of local labour market trends and training/employment opportunities.

· Advanced MS office and database skills, ability to learn and navigate online technology platforms.

· Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial criminal record check.

· Ability to carry out the duties of the position.

ISSofBC Value Proposition

· Expected Hiring Range: $26.47 - $29.13 *Dependent on education, training, experience, and internal equity. Role Salary Range: $26.47 - $37.09 per hour **Wage grids are reviewed annually.

· Accrued vacation and other paid leave benefits

· Extended health and dental benefits upon joining

· Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution; Optional employee RRSP contribution at 1-5% with employer contribution up to 5%

· Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

· Collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents

· Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents

· Inclusive culture and innovative workplace with opportunity for new approaches

Applications include "24009-WorkBC" in the subject line and can be sent to: jobs@issbc.org.For Internal Applicants– existing employees and volunteers, please indicate “INTERNAL ” in the subject line.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We thank all applicants; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Closing Date: Open until Filled

If You are Passionate about Making a Difference, Apply Now!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $26.47-$29.13 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person