Details:
The Immigrant Welcome Centre in Campbell River is currently accepting applications for a part-time Employment Counsellor in our Campbell River office. This position supports Campbell River and the North Island.
Who we are…
The Immigrant Welcome Centre specializes in immigration and support services to newcomers who are settling in Campbell River, Comox Valley, and the North Island. Also known as the Multicultural and Immigrant Services Association of North Vancouver Island (MISA), we are a registered non-profit organization established in Campbell River in 1992.
As an award-winning organization, The Immigrant Welcome Centre is a respected leader in immigrant services and an active proponent for the sector. By fostering strategic partnerships and working to create welcoming, inclusive communities that attract and retain newcomers, we are an effective business partner in the communities we serve.
Who you are…
As a professional you pride yourself on the following attributes:
•You genuinely enjoy working with a diverse range of clients.
•You are easily able to engage clients and keep them engaged through your work with them whether 1-1 or in a group setting.
•You love learning and are not afraid to ask questions.
•You have an energetic and positive approach to your work.
•You have strong computer and documentation skills.
•You love to learn new technologies, programs, and policies.
•You are self-directed and have excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
•You genuinely enjoy building and maintaining collaborative relationships at all levels.
•You are excited about working collaboratively to achieve results with focus and flexibility.
The position…
REPORTS TO: Human Resources Manager
WORKING HOURS: 14 hours per week, schedule to be determined. Ideal candidate must be flexible.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Employment Counsellor provides case management employment services to unemployed and/or underemployed newcomers and immigrants following WorkBC service delivery policy and program management. Working as part of a team, using a client centered approach this position assist clients with all aspects of employment case management services that includes formal employment needs assessment, action plan development, flexible service delivery (in-person and virtual) resource provision, supportive referrals, ongoing monitoring and support and job maintenance and retention. This position is responsible for ensuring that sustained employment outcomes are achieved through identifying and addressing barriers to effective achievement of employment and/or community attachment goals. In addition, this position requires travel to the North Island to provide employment outreach services when needed, input into program planning relating to client needs and is responsible for maintaining knowledge of immigration policy, updates on information around service delivery, labour market information, job search trends, and ensuring reporting is accurate and up to date. This position is based on a partnership with North Island Employment Society (NIEFS), so knowledge of working collaboratively is an asset
Please see full job description for more details.
Qualifications & Experience:
REQUIRED - Knowledge, Education and Experience
•3 years experience working as an Employment Counsellor and/or Employment Skills Facilitator in the employment services industry (or similar industry) working with a broad and diverse range of clients including those with complex barriers.
•Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) or actively working towards certification.
•A diploma, certificate or degree in a relevant field (e.g. career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counseling, education or human resource management) from a recognized post-secondary institution.
•Experience conducting and interpreting clients needs assessments and creating action plans.
•Experience facilitating 1-1 and group workshops.
•Experience coaching and mentoring clients.
•Experience working with scheduling and case management databases.
•Proficient use of technology and computer skills associated with case management and job search including internet, e-mail, smart phones, MS Office Word, PowerPoint, and other presentation software.
•Experience building partnerships with employers and community agencies.
•Be able to work flexible hours to accommodate travel to the North Island and sessions and meetings that may fall outside of typical office hours.
•A valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel as required.
•A vulnerable sector criminal record check.
PREFERRED
•Experience working with immigrants and/or visible minorities, knowledge of the impact of immigration
•Experience using virtual meeting platforms.
•Second language is an asset.