Pre-Employment Support Caseworker

Seabird Island Band; Agassiz; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Pension plan with employer matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Seabird Island Band is seeking a Pre-Employment Support Caseworker to help community members prepare for employment, access training, and develop long-term career pathways. You will coach, advocate, and connect clients with education, programs, and employers to promote success and self-sufficiency.

The role emphasizes collaboration with PESP, Income Assistance, SASET, Seabird College, and the Health Department to ensure holistic support and coordinated services across programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Services, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• CDP Certificate is required or willing to obtain.
• Certification to offer Drivers Training is an asset.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in employment counseling, career development, or a similar role, preferably within an Indigenous or community-focused organization.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals facing employment barriers.
• Familiarity with local labor market trends and understanding of employment opportunities within the region.
• Experience in facilitating workshops and training sessions, with the ability to adapt content to meet the needs of various learning styles.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients one-on-one and in small groups.
• Help people identify and overcome barriers to employment.
• Support clients with career planning and goal setting.
• Provide information about education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Assist clients in developing the skills needed to find and keep a job.
• Guide clients through employment, training, and educational programs.
• Connect clients with resources and services that can support their success.
• Build relationships with local employers and identify job opportunities.
• Advocate for clients with employers and service providers when needed.
• Promote employment and training opportunities within the community.
• Conduct community outreach to increase awareness of available supports.
• Work closely with other PESP Support Workers to coordinate services.
• Collaborate with Income Assistance, SASET, SIB College, and Health Department staff.
• Ensure clients receive coordinated and consistent support across programs.
• Help community members achieve sustainable employment and long-term career success.

Skills

Employment counseling

Career development

Workshop facilitation

Community outreach

Education

CDP Certificate

Degree in Social Services/HR

Driver Training Certification (asset)

Job description

Term: Full-time, Term Contract - until March 2027
Location: Seabird Island Band Office, Agassiz, BC
Status: In-Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 - 4:30 pm.
Salary: Starting from $32.61 an hour - Depending on skills and experiences.

About Us:

Seabird Island is committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive workplaces grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and ways of being. We support a diverse range of teams across Seabird and are dedicated to fostering healthy workplaces, strong leadership, and meaningful employee experiences.

About the Role

As a Pre-Employment Support Caseworker (PESP Caseworker), your primary role will be to help community members prepare for employment, access training and education opportunities, secure meaningful work, and develop long-term career pathways. Acting as a career coach, and advocator, and community connector, you'll support individuals in identifying and overcoming barriers to employment while providing guidance on career planning, job readiness, and personal development. The role works collaboratively with the Pre-Employment Supports Program (PESP), Income Assistance, SASET, Seabird College, and the Health Department to ensure clients receive coordinated, holistic support that promotes employment success, self-sufficiency, and overall well-being.
If you're a team player who enjoys helping others and wants to make a meaningful difference in in peoples lives. We want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

PESP - Community Employment and Readiness Support

• Meet with clients one-on-one and in small groups.
• Help people identify and overcome barriers to employment.
• Support clients with career planning and goal setting.
• Provide information about education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Assist clients in developing the skills needed to find and keep a job.
• Guide clients through employment, training, and educational programs.
• Connect clients with resources and services that can support their success.
• Build relationships with local employers and identify job opportunities.
• Advocate for clients with employers and service providers when needed.
• Promote employment and training opportunities within the community.
• Conduct community outreach to increase awareness of available supports.
• Work closely with other PESP Support Workers to coordinate services.
• Collaborate with Income Assistance, SASET, SIB College, and Health Department staff.
• Ensure clients receive coordinated and consistent support across programs.
• Help community members achieve sustainable employment and long-term career success.

*A full job description is available upon candidates request.

About You:

We are looking for a compassionate, community-minded professional who enjoys helping people succeed. If you are passionate about supporting individuals on their employment journey, building strong relationships, and working as part of a collaborative team to create positive change, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a difference by helping community members build confidence, develop skills, and achieve meaningful employment and career success.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Social Services, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Career Development Practitioner (CDP) Certificate is required or willing to obtain.
• Certification to offer Drivers Training is an asset.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in employment counseling, career development, or a similar role, preferably within an Indigenous or community-focused organization.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals facing employment barriers.
• Familiarity with local labor market trends and understanding of employment opportunities within the region.
• Experience in facilitating workshops and training sessions, with the ability to adapt content to meet the needs of various learning styles.

Why Work with Us:

We offer extended health and dental benefits, a pension plan with employer matching, paid vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment. Join an organization that values community, inclusion, cultural learning, and employee growth while making a meaningful impact across multiple organizations and communities.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Relevant Experience May Include:

Employment Counselling, Career Development, Job Readiness Training, Workforce Development, Employment Services, Community Outreach, Indigenous Employment Programs, Career Planning, Employment Advising, Workforce Training, and Client Support Services.