Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 37.5 hours per week Education: Bachelor's degree Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Community-based agency

Tasks

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Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals Supervise other counsellors and support staff Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing resumes and preparing for job interviews Perform administrative tasks Advise employers on human resource and other employment-related issues Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information Recruit and hire staff Provide established workers with information and strategies for dealing with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization Provide consulting services to community groups and agencies, businesses, industry and other organizations involved in providing community-based career planning support or resources Train staff Project management Prepare reports Advise job applicants on employment requirements and terms and conditions of employment Direct and advise professional and non-professional staff Administer the programs of non-governmental organizations involved with social issues Establish administrative procedures

Supervision

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11-15 people Working groups

Computer and technology knowledge

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MS Excel MS Outlook MS PowerPoint MS Windows MS Word

Security and safety

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Bondable Criminal record check Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

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Own vehicle Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail

Personal suitability

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Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent written communication Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player Excellent oral communication Values and ethics Accurate Initiative Organized

Screening questions

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Are you authorized to work in Canada? Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

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Day

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Group insurance benefits Life insurance Mileage paid

Other benefits

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* Variable or compressed work week