Vocational Counsellor

VOCATIONAL COUNSELLORAs a Vocational Counsellor, you will provide the full continuum of support to participants with disabilities seeking competitive paid employment in an integrated community setting. Working alongside in liaison with community or other referring staff, you ensure the integration of vocational skills into the workforce. You will be responsible for engagement, continuous assessment and the development and implementation of vocational plans. You provide any, or all, of a full range of supports to participants including one-to-one or group counselling, direct job marketing to potential employers, independent job search support, and onsite job coaching.You willManage and maintain the caseload for all assigned participants in the programCoordinate and conduct marketing and outreach activities to community agencies, organizations and employersEngage participants and establish trusting collaborative relationships directed towards the goal of competitive employment in an integrated community settingDevelop relationships with employers in a variety of industries to ensure successful job development for participantsCreate job seeker profiles, resumes and proposalsProvide onsite job coaching to ensure orientation and training to participantsProvide ongoing support and training at the job site, by telephone, through one-to-one counselling and by facilitating group support meetingsAssess, in conjunction with the participant, their support worker and or other appropriate professionals, the participant’s vocational functioning on an ongoing basis and facilitate the setting of appropriate vocational plansConduct job development, direct marketing and job search activities directed toward positions that are consistent with the needs and interests of the participantsLocate job openings for people served based on their individual skills and abilitiesDevelop self-employment strategies if it is the best optionCoordinate, in liaison with the referring PCCR staff, participant intake into the program ensuring their timely assessment, entrance and orientation.Remain current on local and regional labour market trends and the most effective job search strategies and techniquesComplete reports and documentation on activities as required – employer contact spreadsheet, community development activities spreadsheet, vocational plans, progress notes, program information and records of communication with external community and personal supportsEnsures the coordination of participants departure from the program, including file closures and referrals to further community, educational and training resources as neededAttend meetings as requiredAttend community functions and speak to local business groupsPlan and deliver service delivery activities to meet the CLBC contact deliverables associated with the contract for the person servedUndertake other tasks as assigned i.e. any ad hoc requests from management and/or leadershipWhat you bring:Bachelor’s degree in a health or social services field, or equivalent1 year of experience working with people with disabilities (paid or volunteer)Experience with Marketing and NetworkingExperience and education in business managementStrong community relationships to create a network with other employers in the communityExcellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skillStrong computer skills in Microsoft Windows. Must include word processing and competency with Outlook email application and knowledge in Share VisionEvidence of the practice of confidentialityCurrent First-Aid and CPR Level C CertificationAny qualifications or skills required by the funding agencyPossess a satisfactory physician’s assessment of fitness to workSatisfactory criminal record and MCFD HUB clearanceHave a valid Class 4 Driver's Licence, access to a safe and reliable vehicle and the ability to travelAbility to provide a calm, healthy, positive role model to participantsAbility to problem solve and devise creative solutions to challengesAbility to deal effectively with stressful situations and to remain calm in difficult situations while ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignityAbility to work as a productive and interactive team memberAbility to recognize aspects of a served person’s life that requires support and assistanceAbility to deal effectively and calmly in crisis situationsBasic knowledge of program development and implementationKnowledge of all safety aspects when supporting individualsKnowledge of, and skill in a variety of employment settingsAbility to work shift work with flexible days and timesWhy you’ll love it herePacific Coast Community Resources offers work you can feel fulfilled by through quality programs and services to people who live with disabilities that promote independence, self-growth, and community integration. Since its inception in 1995, PCCR has steadily expanded, creating dynamic environments to work and learn. We encourage you to partner with us in fostering healthy, energetic lives by showcasing your passion for care, connecting to the communities we serve and collaborating in our culture of teamwork that makes PCCR a great place to work.What we offerOn-the-job training including MANDT, JOHS, Diversity and Inclusion, Medication Safety, Confidentiality and Privacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, First Aid and CPR re-certificationCompetitive Salary of $25.95- $29.76 per hourComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision care benefits package.Career development opportunitiesAn inclusive, supportive work environment and community involvementA caring, fun, ambitious and supportive teamWe believe that a strong commitment to diversity & inclusion enables us to truly make services better for everyone. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Our goal is to ensure at every interaction all are welcome, comfortable, and safe.At Pacific Coast Community Resources, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr