Employment Counsellor

ABM College; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

On-site parking

RRSP match

Job summary

ABM College in Canada is seeking a highly competent Employment Counsellor to support students and alumni with career planning, job search strategies, and professional development initiatives.

You will facilitate practicum placements, design development programs, build employer partnerships, analyze labour market trends, and maintain alumni employment records, with a focus on inclusion and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience as an Employment Counsellor, preferably in a college setting.
• Strong marketing and project management skills.
• Demonstrated success in building employer relationships and securing employment opportunities for clients.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate practicum placements for students and alumni, ensuring alignment with their career goals and interests.
• Design, implement, and manage professional development initiatives for students and alumni, such as job search strategies, résumé writing (individual or group settings), interview preparation, and more.
• Build and sustain partnerships with community groups, agencies, businesses, industries, and other organizations as potential employers.
• Gather and analyze labor market information to provide insights on job opportunities, skill requirements, and occupational trends.
• Maintain up-to-date records of alumni employment, supporting their career progression.
• Perform general recruitment and administrative tasks, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Skills

Marketing

Project management

Proactive

Goal oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Diploma/Certificate in Marketing

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

Project Management certification

Job description

ABM College is one of the leading career training institutions in Alberta and Ontario. Throughout its history, ABM College has provided students with professional training, academic knowledge, and the right skill-set to meet employment market demands. ABM College is currently looking for a highly competent, energetic, and exceptionally motivated Employment Counsellor.

Essential Job Duties:

• Facilitate practicum placements for students and alumni, ensuring alignment with their career goals and interests.
• Design, implement, and manage professional development initiatives for students and alumni, such as job search strategies, résumé writing (individual or group settings), interview preparation, and more.
• Build and sustain partnerships with community groups, agencies, businesses, industries, and other organizations as potential employers.
• Gather and analyze labor market information to provide insights on job opportunities, skill requirements, and occupational trends.
• Maintain up-to-date records of alumni employment, supporting their career progression.
• Perform general recruitment and administrative tasks, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Social Work, Marketing, Psychology, Project Management, or a related field.
• At least 1- 2 years of experience as an Employment Counsellor, preferably in a college setting.
• Strong marketing and project management skills.
• Demonstrated success in building employer relationships and securing employment opportunities for clients.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

• Dental care.
• On-site parking.
• RRSP match.