Employment Counsellor

North End Community Renewal Corp; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North End Community Renewal Corp in Winnipeg, MB seeks an Employment Counsellor to deliver one-on-one and group employment support, helping clients assess needs, set goals, and create individualized employment plans.

Responsibilities include coaching, resume development, interview prep, and ongoing case management, with coordination of services with local employers and training providers to improve participants' outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong employment support skills including Job Coaching and Job Search Strategies.
• Expertise in Career Counseling and Case Management to guide participants.
• Accompaniment and advocacy to help participants access services.
• Post-secondary education in social work or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with diverse populations facing social, economic or employment barriers.
• Excellent communication, active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with confidential client records.
• Knowledge of local labor market and Winnipeg resources.
• Proficiency with office software and tools for case management and job search.
• Ability to collaborate within a community-based team with cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one and group employment support to community members.
• Assess needs, set goals, and develop individualized employment plans.
• Provide job coaching and teach job search strategies.
• Assist with resume and cover letter development.
• Prepare individuals for interviews.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
• Coordinate with service providers and employers to connect participants with opportunities.
• Connect participants with training and job opportunities.
• Provide accompaniment and advocacy to navigate barriers.
• Help participants access community resources.

Skills

Job Coaching

Job Search Strategies

Career Counseling

Case Management

Accompaniment & Advocacy

Communication Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Documentation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in social work, counseling, human services, career development, or related field

Tools

Office Software

Case Management Software

Job description

Company Description

North End Community Renewal Corp is a community-focused organization based at 509 Selkirk Avenue in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The organization works to strengthen the social and economic well-being of residents in the North End through programs, partnerships, and local initiatives. Team members collaborate with community stakeholders, service providers, and employers to support neighborhood revitalization and individual empowerment. Applicants joining the organization can expect a mission-driven environment that values inclusion, respect, and practical support for community members.

Role Description

The Employment Counsellor is a full-time, on-site role located in Winnipeg, MB. This position provides one-on-one and group employment support to community members, including assessing needs, setting goals, and developing individualized employment plans. Daily tasks include delivering job coaching, teaching job search strategies, supporting resume and cover letter development, and preparing individuals for interviews. The Employment Counsellor conducts ongoing case management, maintains accurate records, and coordinates with other service providers and employers to connect participants with training and job opportunities. The role also involves accompaniment and advocacy, helping participants navigate barriers to employment and access community resources.

Qualifications

• Strong employment support skills, including Job Coaching and Job Search Strategies.
• Expertise in Career Counseling and Case Management to guide participants through individualized employment plans.
• Ability to provide Accompaniment and advocacy, supporting participants in accessing services and opportunities.
• Relevant post-secondary education in social work, counseling, human services, career development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals facing social, economic, or employment barriers.
• Excellent communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, including maintaining confidential client records and reporting outcomes.
• Knowledge of local labor market, community resources, and employer networks in Winnipeg and surrounding areas.
• Proficiency with common office software and digital tools used for case management and employment search support.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a community-based team and demonstrate cultural sensitivity and respect.