Employment Specialist

1 week ago

Surrey, Canada Levra Foundation Full time

**Job Title**: Employment Specialist

**Program**: PBLMT Community Support and Mental Health Worker

**Location**: Surrey and WFH arrangement

**Office Hours**: 35 hours/per week

**Job Summary**:
As a member of the PBLMT Community Support and Mental Health Worker (CSMHW) team at Levra, the
Employment Specialist will be expected to be involved in all aspects of delivering employment opportunities to participants of the PBLMT CSMHW project.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

**The key function of this position **is to bring new Employer partners to Levra and sustain the employer-agency relationship of existing partners. The role also focuses on serving multi-barriered clients pipelined into the training project thru WorkBC and will require assistance in finding meaningful work.

**Job Development**:

- Develops and maintains a network of resources and employers to ensure availability of job leads for clients.
- Maintains a database of contacts; and markets job placement services to generate job leads and placements for clients.
- Contact employers, using cold or warm calls, on-site meetings, etc. to determine employment opportunities for clients, promote ALL NEW services and determine current and future labour market skill needs of the employer.
- Outreach to employers to identify opportunities in the “hidden” job market.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships with prospective employers, resource persons, and other relevant organizations. Keeps abreast of developments in the local labour market and trends in the employment/career counselling area.

**Client Service**:

- Arranges placement of participants in job shadowing, practicum or work experience opportunities that improve their chances for securing jobs commensurate with their identified skills and experience.
- Facilitates group workshops (in-person or online) on job search related topics, as well as mock interviews
- Assists in the development of targeted resumes, cover letters, and e-portfolios
- Conducts matches between the skills sets required by employers and the skills sets identified by the clients.
- Prepares and coaches participants for job and/or work experience placement interviews with employers.
- Provides ongoing coaching and support to clients. Consults with the relevant staff or the Manager regarding any unresolved issues and problems.
- Conducts site visits, and placement monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Arranges group tours to employer sites to facilitate Participants’ career exploration and research

**Administrative Functions**:

- Updates client’s information and employment activities in the participant job placement tracker.
- Research and use job search engine to look for job prospects for participants and updates job prospects database.
- Processes wage subsidy reimbursement payments to Employer Partners in collaboration with WorkBC
- Maintains necessary records and prepares accurate and timely narrative/statistical data for program reporting purposes.
- Perform administrative functions to support marketing activities, such as preparing correspondence, reports, and records.
- Participates in creating marketing strategies and activities with the marketing team such as planning and participating in outreach and recruitment activities, e.g., hiring events and career information workshops.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- 2 years’ work experience in job development/recruitment/business development will be a critical asset
- A degree or diploma in Human Resources or Business Administration OR Job Development Certificate from a recognized institution is mandatory
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in doing outreach
- Highly adaptable and able to build rapport and negotiate effectively
- Ability to prioritize workload, manage time effectively and coordinate multiple activities
- Able to work remotely, independently, and collaboratively with a virtual team
- Mobility to move around work places and develop partnerships
- Ability to obtain and maintain a clear BC Criminal Record Check

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.

**Levra **is non-profit organization established with the purpose of making a difference in the lives of children and youth. We believe on the value of enriching the minds and well-being of children and youths by creating active connections with families and communities through engaged reading, literacy, fun activities, and mentorship.

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC V3W 3N4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Surrey, BC V3W 3N4

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