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Description

The Employment Counsellor provides career guidance, job readiness support, and assistance with job search, career decision-making, and maintaining employment for individuals in the Community Service Centres service area.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management:
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.

Client Interviews and Assessments:
Interview clients to gather information on their education, career goals, and barriers to employment. Assist with job readiness, job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation.

Referral Services:
Assess client needs for additional support (financial aid, training) and refer them to appropriate services.

Vocational Counselling and Career Assessment:
Provide personalized counselling and assessments to determine client potential for training or employment. Offer career testing and job search preparation.

Action Plan Development:
Collaborate with clients to create and implement strength-based action plans to achieve career goals.

Group Counselling and Workshops:
Lead group sessions and workshops on job search techniques and career development.

Eligibility and Documentation:
Maintain accurate records and document client eligibility for support programs.

Employer Recruitment and Work Placements:
Recruit and maintain relationships with employers for job placements and on-the-job training.

Work Assessment Contracts:
Negotiate and oversee work assessment contracts to provide clients with hands-on experience.

Case Management and Reporting:
Track client progress and maintain statistical reporting for program evaluation.

If you have already applied for this position, as previously posted your application will still be considered, there is no need to submit a new one.

Flexibility in negotiating reduced work week