Employment Facilitator - Indefinite Term

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Steinbach is seeking a part-time Employment Facilitator to assist clients with disabilities in overcoming employment barriers. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, facilitating workshops, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate has post-secondary certification in relevant fields and strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary certification or relevant experience in employment or social services.
• Experience working with clients facing employment barriers.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with disabilities to increase employability.
• Conduct client intakes and assessments.
• Facilitate workshops and career counseling sessions.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Facilitation experience

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-Secondary certification in employment, social services, mental health, or education

Job description

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Indefinite Term Part Time, 0.5 FTE (19.375 hours weekly)

Steinbach, Eden East Mental Wellness Centre
Start: As soon as possible
Employee Group: Non-Management
Classification: Non-Union
Open Until Filled
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Are you a retired teacher looking for a new challenge? Or someone looking to get back into the workforce after some time away? We are looking to hire a part time Employment Facilitator for an indefinite term. This position offers a wide variety of responsibilities as part of a great team and a career pathway into the broader Eden organization.

Position Summary:

The Employment Facilitator for the OPPs (Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities) Program supports and assists clients with disabilities in overcoming barriers to increase their employability and obtain paid employment. This takes place through conducting client intakes, assessment and planning, facilitating group workshops and individual career counselling sessions. Additionally, this individual will arrange work experience opportunities and work closely with both the participant and employer to ensure workplace success. This position works collaboratively with other program staff and is responsible for program reporting, case management and inputting data into a client management system.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary certification/ education in employment, social services, mental health and/or education OR a relevant combination of education, training and experience.
• Sound understanding of employment barriers and experience working with various client groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral English.
• Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated facilitation experience, specifically delivering workshops on personal development, professional skills development or job search.
• Previous work or volunteer experience building relationships, supporting goal development, communicating, listening and problem-solving with clients.
• Must be able to work independently and be self-directed carrying a caseload and possess strong case management skills.
• Knowledge of and experience working with other social service agencies and related government departments an asset.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with SPRS or a client management system an asset.
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial criminal record check.

Complete job description available upon request