| Employer | Kootenay Employment Services (KES) |
| Salary | $26.60 to $28.20/hr |
| Terms | Permanent F/T |
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Facilitator / Job Coach - ADVANCE Program Creston/Cranbrook/Fernie/Invermere, BC, Canada . contract . October 17, 2024 Description Why would you want to work with Kootenay Employment Services Culture: Kootenay Employment Services (KES) has strong values that we strive to action in our everyday work including: wellness, DEI, integrity, having fun, personal and professional growth, innovation, and delivering exceptional service to our communities. Opportunity: We hire the best and brightest individuals, and we are pretty darn proud of the KES team. Opportunity abounds at KES with an internal practice of promoting from within as often as possible. Meaningful work: We are driven by our desire to help. Supporting our clients, local employers, and communities is at the heart of what we do. What does Kootenay Employment Services Programming Department do? With offices in Creston, Cranbrook, Fernie and Invermere, we administer multiple employment contracts, funded by various stakeholders including provincial and federal sources. These programs are designed to assist local community members to find meaningful and sustainable employment. KES Benefits: We have great benefits including: Fully employer paid health, dental and vision Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan Your birthday off every year! Wellness Wednesday - a paid break to take part in a wellness activity Competitive Vacation package Staff events An amazing staff engagement crew keeping the fun and food in our offices! The most incredibly supportive team you can imagine Overview: Under the direction of the Programs Manager and Coordinator, this position provides facilitation and employment counselling support to clients within the ADVANCE program. How is remuneration decided? We provide training to new hires with core skills to ensure they can develop the necessary competencies. As you progress in this role, you will clearly see your level of pay within our model, and as your required skills increase, so too can your wage. Most program staff start at $26.60 per hour, with benefits beginning after 3 months. After 1 year, vacation entitlement starts to increase. If you have experience in business administration and working with diverse and highly barriered client groups, we may consider starting you at a higher wage. The pay range for this position starts at $26.60 per hour, with a maximum of $28.60 per hour. How do I apply? KES is an equal opportunity employer looking for people with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities and contribute to our ongoing excellence. We especially encourage applications from members of the Indigenous community, racialized minorities, persons with disabilities or mental health diversity, and persons of various sexual orientations and gender identities. We provide accommodations where necessary, both during the application process and for our team members. Please advise us of any accommodation(s) that you may require, information will be addressed confidentially. Applicants are asked to supply a resume and cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position, why you would like to work for KES and how you would make a positive addition to the team. If you are looking to relocate, please provide details on the reason for this relocation. We look forward to your application! |
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Duties & Responsibilities: Program Administration · Communicate and coordinate with the team members working on the ADVANCE program including external training facilities · Oversee participant recruitment and selection · Administer assessment and record results as directed · Create or update program material where needed within the LMS system · Manage program record-keeping and reporting · Manage program intake administration · Ensuring relevant stakeholders are kept updated on all concerns, issues, and program challenges · Produce creative and innovative solutions to reduce potential challenges · Reporting in conjunction with the Programs Coordinator/Manager · Monitor attendance and progress within the in-house IT system · Work with other departments to ensure recruitment for the program is successful Facilitation: · Deliver workshops in a flexible manner that adjusts both content and approach in response to the needs of each participant for predominately virtual delivery · Research, develop, and deliver training materials including electronic interactive presentations · Collaborate with other KES staff and project partners to ensure seamless delivery and that cohort targets (KPI’s) are met or exceeded. · Facilitation of community presentations to make employer and community partners aware of the program funding · Provide onsite Job Coaching where necessary · Other duties where needed Employment Counselling: · Determine clients financial need and provide guidance on local, regional, and provincial supports as appropriate · Collaborate with other KES staff and project partners to ensure seamless delivery and that cohort targets (KPI’s) are met or exceeded · Other duties where needed Employer Relations · Establish and maintain positive, constructive working relationships with a diverse network of local employers for the purpose of achieving and enhancing program outcomes and participant goals · Advocacy of clients with barriers and education to employers on inclusive hiring practices · Enter notes on all employer contact into scheduling system daily Skills and Qualifications: · A post-secondary certificate, degree or diploma in a related field (career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counselling, education or human resources management) preferred, or equitable experience and education to execute the functions of the position. · Valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle · A clean criminal record check for the vulnerable sector · Self-motivated, confident, and able to work independently and make decisions · Experience in facilitation will be highly regarded · Experience working with diverse and highly barriered client groups · Proven ability to deliver material in a flexible manner with a deep appreciation and understanding of different learning styles and with patience · Excellent conflict management skills and strong ability to work well under pressure · Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and electronic · Excellent sales and customer care skills including cold calling and relationship management · Strong active listening, motivational, and coaching skills · Strong organizational & time management abilities; proficiency multi-tasking, prioritizing, and making impromptu adjustments to work plans · A well-developed understanding of the local and regional employer community and a good understanding of the local labour market an asset · Sensitivity to employer and job-seeker confidentiality and ability to adhere to privacy and security regulations and protocols |
| To Apply | Please use the contact information as directed in the listing. https://kes.applytojobs.ca/lead/33730 |
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| Location | Invermere |
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| Website | https://kes.applytojobs.ca/lead/33730 |
| Date Posted | 2024-10-24 |
| Date Ending | 2024-12-31 |