Employment Resource Advisor Employment Skills Facilitator

About the role

Location: Revelstoke BC

As an Employment Skills Facilitator you will be responsible for the delivery of Competency-based Client workshops. This role involves competency-based training which is an approach to teaching and learning used in the development of concrete skills and is an alternative to more traditional educational approaches. You will help eligible clients learn and develop the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for find and maintain employment. 

What youll do

• Generate enthusiasm and excitement about the prospects of participants finding work
• Provide constant feedback regarding Participant progress and participation in workshops
• Respond to all questions comments and submitted assignments from workshop participants
• Ensure the facility and required equipment and materials are available and ready for use
• Support participants to achieve their greatest potential by identifying and acknowledging strengths and identifying areas in which participants can grow and discussing those with participants in a professional respectful and caring manner
• Stay up to date on the local labour market community resources & government programs
• Prepare and maintain Case Management records reports and evaluations as required
• Ensure confidentiality of all information
• Provide one-on-one workshops with clients dependent on need (mock interviews resume writing)
• Provide tips on independent job search activities
• Facilitate and organize the provision of various short-term certificate and Essential Skills courses

Qualifications :

What you bring

• Demonstrated experience in coaching clients; working with individuals with complex barriers and inclusion groups; working with individuals and building partnerships with employers community agencies and other stakeholders
• Successful track record helping clients to overcome barriers to meet identified goals and targets
• Knowledge of the local labour market community resources government programs job search techniques career development and issues relating to unemployment
• Solid understanding of confidentiality and other professional codes of conduct; must submit for a criminal record check
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work Monday to Friday in Centre
• Flexibility and the ability to work in different locations in the catchment

Preferred Criteria 

• Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) Designation would be an asset
• Experience in the Employment Services Sector
• Experience with provincial government and other online tools such as ICM and online employment services

Additional Information :

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $52786.50 per year
• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits
• RRSP Matching program of 1.5% base earnings
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Generous time-off policies that promote work/life balance
• A diverse and inclusive workplace with a track record of high employee engagement and teamwork
• The opportunity to do work that makes a difference!

WCG is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to achieving a workplace that is equitable and representative of Canadas diverse population. We actively work to attract develop and retain employees from diverse and equity-deserving backgrounds who have exceptional ability and the desire to make a difference. We continuously strive to support individual needs and differences in a work environment that is built on inclusivity and respect for everyone.

Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging Matter

WCG is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to achieving a workplace that is equitable and representative of Canadas diverse population. We actively work to attract develop and retain employees from diverse and equity-deserving backgrounds who have exceptional ability and the desire to make a difference. We continuously strive to support individual needs and differences in a work environment that is built on inclusivity and respect for everyone.

WCG is committed to providing an accessible barrier free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity please advise us if you require accommodation in advance of any part of the recruitment and selection process.

Passion and Lived Experience Matter!

If you dont quite have the above credentials but feel passionate about this role and your ability to do it successfully please APPLY ANYWAY! Tell us in your application why you believe you would be a great fit. We believe in developing talent and have a wide range of opportunities to support passionate team members as they grow towards their employment goals.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time