| Employer |
Kootenay Employment Services |
| Salary |
$ 28.50 per hr.
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| Terms |
Permanent F/T |
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| Requirements |
-Experience coaching clients; working with individuals with complex barriers and inclusion groups; building rapport with clients; using de-escalation strategies; working with individuals and building partnerships with employers, community agencies, and other stakeholders
-Degree or diploma in a relevant field (e.g., career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counselling, education, or human resources management) will be viewed as an asset.
-Familiarity with local job market trends, community resources, and government programs as well as basic job search strategies is an asset, however on the job training is also provided.
-Respect for confidentiality and privacy.
-Strong networking skills.
-Comfortable using computers, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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| Duties |
As a Customized Employment Specialist, you will work with clients who require intensive support to achieve employment. You will facilitate a comprehensive discovery process to understand each individual's needs, strengths, and interests, while gaining a clear understanding of the barriers they face. You will also seek opportunities with employers to create positions that leverage the client's unique abilities and contribute to the employer's needs.
-Meet with clients one on one to assess their employment needs, set goals, and build an action plan.
-Completing the Discovery process which includes observing the client in different settings such as work experiences, within the community, and in the clients home; interviews with support networks; identify interests, strengths and desirable work situations; and create an ---Employment Profile from the Discovery findings.
-Direct marketing to potential employers; matching unmet employer needs with client need; work with employers to create individualized job descriptions and training plans.
-Provide on-the-job supports to clients when required for client success.
-Supporting clients to develop customized self-employment opportunities when applicable.
-Document and ensure administrative work for client files are up to date.
-Work with local Community Partners to connect clients with supports beyond WorkBC.
-Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of the Centre.
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| To Apply |
Please use the contact information as directed in the listing.
https://kes.applytojobs.ca/cranbrook/35959 |
| Contact Name |
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| Address |
1113 Baker Street, Cranbrook, BC |
| Location |
Cranbrook |
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| Date Posted |
2025-01-28 |
| Date Ending |
2025-02-28 |
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