Employment Specialist - Future Troopers
Employment Specialist - Future Troopers
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Job Title:Employment Specialist Future Troopers
Status:Temporary fulltime (Unionposition)
Number of Vacancies:1
Wage:$27.54/hr $31.61/hr (starting$27.54/hr)
Grid:11
Hours: 35 Hours/Week
Schedule:Monday Friday (8:30 am 4:30pm)
Start Date:ASAP
End Date:March 31 2026
Date Posted:May 21 2025
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note that internal applicants must apply byMay 27 2025.Internal applications received after this date willnot be considered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position willremain open until filled.
The Opportunity:
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is currently seeking an Employment Specialist. Reporting to the Manager of Employment Services the Employment Specialist will be responsible for supporting the delivery of all services and activities associated with Future Troopers. Future Troopers Immigrant Youth Employment Program is designed to connect immigrant youth with supportive employer partners to address urgent skill shortages in the labour market. The objective of the program is to increase labour force participation and reduce the unemployment rate among young adults in British Columbia who face barriers to employment. The program also supports newcomer youth in entering the local labour force and contributing to the economic stability of the communities in which they reside. Future Troopers continues to provide positive youth development innovative and individually tailored skills training approaches and wraparound employment service packages for immigrant youth that align with their life and career transition stages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruits clients by liaising with community services agencies and training institutions including partners identified in the project contract as well as newly developed connections to ensure client referrals are sufficient to hit all program targets; specific outreach and engagement of small and mediumsized enterprises/employers (SMEs) within the labour market will be conducted with staff providing key information on the project and benefits
- Interviews clients and prepares case histories and assesses eligibility for services. Coordinates with community and employment service providers (e.g. Work BC) and refers clients to more appropriate services as needed;
- Conducts assessments to find each persons skills interests employment history and career goals as well as their settlement needs if applicable. This may include preemployment assessments and needs assessments to identify barriers.
- Conducts individual employment counselling sessions with clients to gather information identify challenges and initiate problemsolving. Assesses clients interests skills abilities and readiness as they relate to obtaining and retaining employment and identify barriers to employment.
- Prepares clients for and supports them during the job search selection and hiring process. This may include proving assistance with matters such as career development job search strategies job readiness and interview skills and connecting clients to settlement and career development related community services and resources;
- Creates marketing materials such as brochures posters public service announcements etc.;
- Prepares and manages case files for clients not eligible for other community or employment services;
- Conducts program promotion to community services media sources and internal marketing;
- Provides referrals to short term crisis and mental health counselling.
- Plans develops and facilitates employment workshop sessions in both 1tot setting and group based as required;
- Develops and maintains a network of appropriate contacts with external service providers to support and follow up on client referrals based on needs and eligibility of client group. Maintains comprehensive inventories of community resources to make available to immigrant and/or refugee clients;
- Meets targets and deliverables as outlined in the contract;
- Maintains client files and records according to Society or program accreditation standards;
- Prepares reports and compiles program statistics;
- Prepares work placement contracts and process financial requisitions for wage subsidies and other financial allowances provided to clients and employers;
- Tracks and forecasts financial obligations within the program;
- Attends program planning/review meetings team and allstaff meetings and special meetings as required;
- Liaises with external stakeholders and attends external meetings workshops or conferences related to employment and immigrant issues for networking marketing advocacy and/or professional development purposes;
- Assists with monitoring development and implementation of quality assurance;
- Participates in annual performance appraisals with the Manager;
- Adheres to Policies and Procedures of the Society;
- Performs other duties as required by the Manager.
Qualified Candidates will possess:
- Diploma in Human Resources or related human services;
- One (1) year experience directly related to career development human resources or recruitment or an equivalent combination of education training and experience;
- Demonstrated knowledge of the needs and issues of job seekers in Canada;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant community resources programs and services.
- Knowledge of adult learning models career decision making process assessment of preemployment barriers including English as a Second Language;
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation and policies relevant to employment in Canada (Employment Standards Act Work Safe BC etc.);
- Knowledge of postsecondary education system in Canada and the existing employment services;
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships across all levels including the ability to present information to multicultural groups and employers and one on one career coaching to individuals;
- Demonstrated ability to provide support to the target service users in the event of workplace safety or employment standards violation liaising with service providers such as employment Standard Branch WorkSafe BC and other relevant legal assistance;
- Verbal and written English proficiency at a professional level;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team setting interdepartmental teams and community service providers;
- Intermediate to advanced level user of MS Office Internet and email applications;
- Experience utilizing social media as a method of client recruitment and communication/promotion.
Preference will be given to candidates who also posses:
- CCDP or CDP certification;
- A second language.
A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of employment.
Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy the provisions under Article 13.5 Recall of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To apply please upload your resume and cover letter asseparate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can beaccepted. As part of the application process you will be promptedto complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions areanswered.
To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit INFORMATION:
This position is based in our Surrey office and is a blendof remote and inperson services. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safetyprocedures for inoffice and inperson work to view our safety plan pleasevisit will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry outtheir duties ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.
A comprehensive job description will be provided to allcandidates shortlisted for interviews.
DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encouragesapplications from people of all gender identities and expressions persons withdisabilities Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons withdisabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of theapplication and hiring process may contact our HR department at(). Any personal information provided will be maintained inconfidence.
About DIVERSEcity
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registeredcharity devoted to helping newcomers. For 40 years we have focused on providingspecialized services newcomers to find employment learn English find housingdeal with family challenges work through mental health issues and accessmedical care. DIVERSEcity is a clientcentred organization committed to qualityand accountability. We value growth respect integrity and learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at thank all applicants for their interest in thisopportunity; however only those selected for an interview will becontacted.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Hourly
