Job Description

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement is seeking to hire

Career & Employment Specialists

. Reporting to the Program Manager, the key responsibility of the Career & Employment Specialists is to provide clients with the support they may need to connect to employers and secure meaningful employment. Bredin's Career & Employment Specialists work in the capacity of

Career & Employment Coaches

whose focus is preparing for the job search and

Employment Outreach Specialists

who are focused on connecting the employment ready client to job opportunities. The successful candidate(s) will be experienced in helping clients determine their service and training needs and knowledgeable of the current labour market demands in Alberta's industries.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting assessments and career development sessions with clients to determine service needs, timelines and suitability to the program.

Conducting scheduled progress review sessions and adjusting training and service schedules.

Connecting clients to resources and supporting them in addressing challenges which may impede their ability to be successful in training and employment.

Working cooperatively with the program team to assist clients with resume development, online profiles, interview preparation and in addressing the barriers to finding and maintaining employment

Connecting clients to potential employers and ensuring good job matches.

Performing case management duties including updating of client service plans, progress reviews, recording client milestones and outcomes.

The collection and management of client information ensuring accurate and relevant case file management in accordance with funder guidelines and privacy regulations

Staying informed of labour market trends and economic changes within industries and the current occupational demand.

Working with the team to organize and host employer and community events that support clients in their employment goals.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in related field or the equivalent combination of experience and education

2+ years' experience career coaching.

Career Development Professional (CCDP) designation is considered an asset

Ability to provide workshops or sessions using a variety of venues including in person, virtual, individual and group settings.

Proven ability to develop positive coach-client relationships

Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule daily client activities.

Knowledgeable of career development principles and the application of those principles to employment services

Demonstrated knowledge of the current Alberta Labour Market trends and outlooks.

Fluent in Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and Outlook)

A clean criminal record and vulnerable sector check

Class 5 Drivers License and reliable transportation will be considered an asset for Employment Outreach Specialists.

Residing in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain or Parkland County will be considered an asset

If you bring a collaborative work style, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to help others achieve their career and employment goals, we want to hear from you at Bredin Centre for Career Advancement.

Please submit a resume and a cover letter clearly stating which position you are applying for and explaining how your experience relates to that role.

A cover letter is mandatory--applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered or contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person