Career Coach & Employment Champion

WCG International Consultants Ltd.; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental

RRSP Matching 2.5%

Learning and development opportunities

Generous time-off policies

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Opportunity to make a difference

Job summary

WCG International Consultants Ltd. in British Columbia seeks an Employment Consultant to help clients find and maintain sustainable employment.

You will build relationships with clients, employers, and community partners, manage a caseload, and ensure program deliverables are met while promoting inclusive, accessible employment services. You will assess eligibility, coordinate supports, host events and participate in job fairs to create meaningful pathways to work for diverse client groups

Qualifications

• Post-secondary certificate, degree or diploma in a relevant field.
• Experience coaching and mentoring clients, working with individuals with complex barriers and inclusion groups, and building partnerships with employers, community agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the local labour market, community resources and government assistance programs.
• Knowledge of job search techniques, career development tools and issues relating to unemployment.
• Strong digital literacy including social media and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Adherence to confidentiality and professional codes of conduct.
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients to determine eligibility and ability to look for work as part of a larger, individual action plan
• Case management of approximately 80-100 assigned clients in the primary information system (ICM), including, documentation in client eligibility determination, recording client progress, and referrals to interventions and results
• Meet WorkBC program goals and service utilization targets
• Maintain strong partner relationships internally and externally
• Work proactively to maintain Centre job board
• Attend Job Fairs and other employer related networking opportunities
• Host community and employer events
• Research and identify employers and sector opportunities on behalf of clients

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Knowledge of local labour market

Job search techniques

Digital literacy

Confidentiality and codes of conduct

Driver's license & vehicle

Interpersonal/relationship building

Education

Post-secondary certificate/degree/diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WCG International Consultants Ltd. in British Columbia seeks an Employment Consultant to help clients find and maintain sustainable employment.

You will build relationships with clients, employers, and community partners, manage a caseload, and ensure program deliverables are met while promoting inclusive, accessible employment services. You will assess eligibility, coordinate supports, host events and participate in job fairs to create meaningful pathways to work for diverse client groups