13370 - Employment Specialist (Maternity Leave Coverage)

ASPECT BC - Association of Service Providers for Employability and Career Training; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a purpose-driven organization dedicated to supporting newcomers in Canada. As an Employment Specialist, you'll provide essential counselling services, helping clients navigate their career paths and achieve their employment goals. This role involves organizing webinars, connecting clients with resources, and maintaining accurate client records. The organization values diversity and offers a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, ensuring you thrive professionally and personally. If you're passionate about making a difference in the community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off 'monthly wellness days'

Additional agency holidays

3 weeks annual vacation

Company-funded pension

Extended health & dental plan

Employee & family assistance programs

Access to wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in working with immigrant job seekers.
• Knowledge of employment systems and workplace culture in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation on foreign credential recognition.
• Plans and delivers employment webinars.
• Documents client needs and progress.

Skills

Employment Counselling

Career Planning

Job Search Strategies

Resume Writing

Interview Skills

Client Documentation

Labour Market Information

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science

Career Development Practice Certificate

Tools

iCARE

Job description

At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy great benefits and perks. Experience what it is like to join a purpose-driven organization and make meaningful contributions to our community. Explore our amazing new opportunities.

Division: Integrated Services for Newcomers

Program: Pre-Arrival Services - AEIP

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Period: May 12, 2025 - December 18, 2026

About the Position:

The Employment Specialist provides employment counselling to newcomers and their family members to address individual employment needs and helps them make informed career decisions through online services.

Reports to: Senior Project Manager

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation on foreign credential recognition process and alternative career planning
• Plans, organizes and delivers employment webinars focusing on topics such as labour market information, resume/cover letter writing, job search strategies, and interview skills
• Links clients to other IRCC funded pre-arrival employment programs for further support, as well as to connect clients with professional and regulatory bodies
• Assists in the delivery of job search programs and reviews/edits resumes and cover letters
• Documents client needs, action items, progress notes and outcomes to a secure client database system and iCare for referral, report and evaluation purposes
• Performs other related duties as required
  
• Maintains and prepares current and accurate statistics and records in order to assist AEIP in meeting funder’s requirements in program monitoring, planning and budgeting
• Participates in staff meetings for the purpose of sharing information, coordinating activities, and improving efficiencies and effectiveness
• Researches and assists in virtual recruitment activities, career talks and job fairs
• Works with Job Developer to deliver employer connection activities
• Assists clients in achieving employment outcomes through goal-setting, action planning and follow-up

Education, Training, and Experience: Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science
• Career Development Practice Certificate or equivalent preferred
• Experience in working with immigrant job seekers to Canada
• Experience in one-on-one employment service delivery
• Knowledge of case management process is an asset
• Experience in conducting employment workshops
• Knowledge of labour market information and resources in Canada
• Knowledge of employment systems and workplace culture of Canada
• iCARE experience an asset

About S.U.C.C.E.S.S.:

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is a multicultural social services agency and registered charity located on the unceded Coast Salish lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has been helping Canadians and newcomers to achieve their full potential on their Canadian journey since 1973. We are one of the largest social service agencies in Canada, with offices in BC, Ontario and internationally/abroad. We offer programs and services in the areas of immigration, newcomer settlement, English-language training, employment and entrepreneurship, family, youth and seniors programming, health education, community development, affordable housing and seniors care.

At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., we take care of our communities and our people!

Our staff is the source of our success and we make it a priority to ensure work-life balance for our staff. We offer a range competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to ensure the well-being our staff. Subject to the type of employment, benefit packages may include:

• paid time off ‘monthly wellness days’ (up to 12 days per year)
• additional agency holidays (2 additional statutory holidays)
• 3 weeks annual vacation (starting) and up to 6 weeks (maximum)
• company-funded pension (GRRSP)
• extended health & dental plan
• employee & family assistance programs
• access to wellness programs (such as subscription to Headspace) , and more
  

S.U.C.C.ES.S. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that embraces diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to the equitable treatment of all individuals and will continue to embed diversity and inclusion principles within our policies, procedures, services, and activities.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.