Career Advisor - Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants

Back in Motion Rehab Inc.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation organization is seeking a Career Advisor to support Participants in their job search journey. The role involves assessing eligibility, providing career planning services, and coordinating skill enhancement opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience with immigrant populations and a background in employment counselling. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• At least two years of employment counselling experience if holding a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working with immigrant populations and understanding employment barriers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility assessments and develop career action plans.
• Provide vocational counselling and facilitate workshops for Participants.
• Manage case documentation and maintain relationships with employers.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Coaching

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Career Development Practitioner Diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Program Manager: Career Paths and with the support of the job search advisor, the Career Advisor is responsible for all aspects of service delivery to the Participants on their caseload.

The employment counsellor assesses the Participant’s eligibility, provides all career assessment and planning services, refers to skill enhancement services, and coordinates workplace practice opportunities with the job developer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Understand the Program Service Levels and Performance Measures document in the Contract;
2. Understand the eligibility criteria set by the Ministry and conduct eligibility assessments with all Participants prior to program acceptance;
3. Conduct information sessions to provide Participants with an orientation to and information about the program and assessment process;
4. Maintain up-to-date databases and Participant file content;
5. Conduct and/or coordinate comprehensive assessments to develop a career action plan and career portfolio, including assessments of essential skills, transferable skills, language, financial means, vocational and education background, and technical skills;
6. Develop Career Portfolios and Individualized Career Action Plans to identify strengths, address skills gaps, and enhance Participant employability in the transportation or construction industry;
7. Coordinate internal and external skill enhancement services and manage enrollment and payment processes;
8. Develop and facilitate workshops for groups of Participants;
9. Provide vocational counselling to guide, coach, and support Participants to increase confidence and capacity for employment-related activities;
10. Perform day-to-day case management and administrative duties, including documentation, report writing, meeting timelines, and maintaining relationships with employers and service providers;
11. Participate in all program-related meetings;
12. Provide ongoing feedback to the Program Manager regarding program delivery;
13. Willingness to participate in Wellness Committees;
14. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working with immigrant populations and understanding employment barriers faced by immigrants;
• At least two years of employment counselling experience if holding a Bachelor’s degree;
• Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) preferred;
• Proficient with Excel.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or
• Career Development Practitioner Diploma;

Memberships & Associations:

• Membership in the Western Canada Career Development Association (WCCDA) preferred.

2. Skills & Attributes:

• Required:
• Superior writing skills;
• Excellent verbal communication and service delivery skills;
• Good problem-solving and organizational skills;
• Ability to exercise good judgment;
• Proficient computer skills and a track record of meeting deadlines and program goals;
• Assessment, resume writing, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Desirable:
• Ability to work independently and in a team, takes initiative;
• Knowledge of counselling principles and labour market information.