Career Advisor, Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants Program

YWCA Metro Vancouver; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering newcomers to Canada through tailored career support. As a Career Advisor and Job Developer, you will engage with diverse participants, helping them navigate their unique employment journeys. Your role will involve facilitating workshops, conducting market research, and providing comprehensive support in resume building and interview preparation. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a supportive workplace that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Extended medical and dental benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Family Assistance Program

Free membership to Health + Fitness Centre

Discounts at YWCA Hotel

Priority in YWCA Child Care centres

Staff mentorship program

Equity and inclusion committees

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Career Counselling and Job Development.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Local Labour Market.
• Experience coordinating trainings using online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eligibility assessments and personalized needs evaluations.
• Facilitate workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions.
• Match participants with suitable job openings based on qualifications.

Skills

Career Counselling

Job Development

Market Research

Resume Building

Interview Preparation

Social Media Skills

Bilingual (Second Language)

Education

Relevant Post-Secondary Education

Job description

Details

Status

Regular Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Location

Posting Period

Job Description

The YWCA Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program is a funded initiative (Ministry of Post Secondary Education & Future Skills and IRCC) to support newcomers to Canada who live in North Vancouver, West Vancouver and the Coast; and have international credentials, training and skills from outside of Canada. YWCA Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants participants will work one-on-one with knowledgeable career advisors and Job Developer to gain valuable resources needed to assist them in launching their careers in Canada. This program is free for internationally-trained professionals that reside in North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Coast, who meet eligibility requirements. YWCA Career Paths (CPSI) will deliver programming to unemployed or underemployed individuals who have become permanent residents within the last five years and have at least one year of pre-arrival work experience.

What you'll be doing:

Career Advisor and Job Developer Responsibilities

Participant Support:

Work closely with diverse participants, including skilled professional immigrants, addressing their unique needs, backgrounds, and employment aspirations.

Conduct eligibility assessments and personalized needs evaluations aligned with ministry guidelines.

Facilitate info sessions, workshops, and one-on-one coaching sessions focusing on soft skills, employment readiness, overcoming barriers and job placement

Assess participant skills and strengths, assist in setting realistic career goals, action plan creation, and mentorship/networking opportunities.

Provide comprehensive support in resume building, cover letters, interview preparation, and access to labor market insights.

Foster confidence and resilience development among participants

Employer Engagement:

Conduct market research to identify employment trends, needs and emerging job opportunities.

Collaborate with training providers to ensure participants receive relevant skills training to meet employer demands

Match participants with suitable job openings based on their qualifications, skills, and career objectives.

Promote program participants through various channels, including networking events and job fairs.

Post job opportunities and ensure compelling job descriptions to attract potential employers.

Collaborate with training providers to align participant skills with employer demands.

Evaluate and enhance program offerings by gathering and incorporating employer and participant feedback.

Generate reports on job placements, program outcomes, and employer engagement for continuous improvement.

Provide holistic support, including conflict resolution and guidance for participants facing workplace challenges.

Establish and maintain partnerships with community organizations and educational institutions to enhance employment opportunities.

Administration and Miscellaneous:

Maintain accurate records (including job placements and employer interactions) and confidentiality of participant data as per ministry guidelines.

Understand and adhere to program service models and performance measures outlined in the contract.

Collaborate with program staff and contribute to case conferencing and special projects as required.

Special project contribution and other duties, as required

What you'll need:

Relevant post-secondary education and/or a combination of relevant education and work experience; and 3 – 5 years combined experience in Career Counselling and Job Development

Knowledge of the Canadian Local Labour Market.

Keen understanding of the experience of newcomer individuals in Canada and their available social supports.

Proven work experience as a Career Advisor, Trainer, Facilitator or similar role.

Hands-on experience coordinating multiple trainings using online platforms.

Experienced in liaising and developing relationships with employers.

Motivated to work independently and as part of a team to deliver exemplary service.

Advanced social media skills and their use in clients' job search process (e.g., LinkedIn).

Must be able to work in person during office hours at the YWCA program location

A second language will be considered an asset

A valid clear criminal record check (including working with vulnerable populations) is required.

What we offer: We offer our eligible employees the following benefits as part of their total compensation package:

Extended medical and dental benefits

Flexible working arrangements for applicable positions

Employee Family Assistance Program, a confidential and voluntary support service for employees and their eligible family members

free membership to our Health + Fitness Centre, discounts at our YWCA Hotel and priority in YWCA Child Care centres

A workplace that prioritizes employee health, safety and wellbeing, including many learning and growth opportunities such as our staff mentorship program and three equity committees who help to support our goals towards achieving meaningful equity and inclusion.

Pay Rate: $31.16 per hours and 35 hours per week

How to Apply

This is an exciting time for the YWCA. Join us and be part of an inclusive, dedicated and impactful workplace! Candidates are invited to send cover letters and resumes until filled to:

Program Manager, YWCA Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants

email: [e-mail]

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview processes are accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations in submitting your application, or have other questions, please contact the hiring manager as listed. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, transferrable skills, lived experience, and business need. We thank all who apply, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about this and other YWCA Metro Vancouver career opportunities, please visit ywcavan.org.