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    Employment counsellor

    Vancouver Island Vocational Rehabilitation Services

    Employment counsellor

    Vancouver Island Vocational Rehabilitation Services Nanaimo, British Columbia

    Education and social services
    Reference : 40741895
    Posted 12 day(s) ago | Still Open
    Contract / Freelance Full time As soon as possible

    Description



    - Work Term: Temporary

    - Work Language: English

    - Hours: 35 hours per week

    - Education: Bachelor's degree

    - Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

    - or equivalent experience
    Work setting- Private employment service agency
    Tasks- Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
    - Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
    - Perform administrative tasks
    - Assess need for assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training and refer clients to the appropriate services
    - Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
    - Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling programs and interventions, and clients' progress in resolving identified problems and movement toward defined objectives
    - Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals
    - Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals
    Computer and technology knowledge- MS Outlook
    - MS Word
    Security and safety- Criminal record check
    Transportation/travel information- Own vehicle
    - Valid driver's licence
    Work conditions and physical capabilities- Fast-paced environment
    - Tight deadlines
    - Attention to detail
    Personal suitability- Client focus
    - Dependability
    - Efficient interpersonal skills
    - Excellent written communication
    - Flexibility
    - Interpersonal awareness
    - Reliability
    - Team player
    - Excellent oral communication
    - Values and ethics
    - Organized
    Health benefits- Dental plan
    - Disability benefits
    - Health care plan
    - Paramedical services coverage
    - Vision care benefits
    Financial benefits- Mileage paid
    Other benefits- Free parking available





    Salary: $28.00 to $30.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

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