employment consultant

Government of Canada - Western; Creston; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A key role within the Government of Canada aimed at providing on-site client services and support for individuals seeking employment assistance. Responsibilities include assessing client needs, developing intervention programs, and facilitating community referrals. Candidates should possess the specified educational credentials and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to community welfare in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Experience working in community service organization focused on client support.
• Criminal record check and vulnerable sector check required.
• Own vehicle and valid driver's licence needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and provide referrals to external services.
• Develop and implement counseling programs to assist clients.
• Perform administrative tasks and follow up on counseling outcomes.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Organized

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Windows

Database software

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• On-site customer service

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training
• Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
• Refer clients to the appropriate external services
• Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
• Perform administrative tasks
• Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them
• Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients
• Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
• Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment
• Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals
• Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Database software

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Large caseload
• Attention to detail
• Overtime required

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Values and ethics
• Accurate
• Initiative
• Organized

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities