#1729 - Employment Specialist Permanent Full Time

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Developmental Disabilities Association Full time

**JOB TITLE**:
Employment Specialist | #1729

**SERVICE AREA**:
Vocational & Day Services

**LOCATION**:
Jobs West

**START DATE**:
May 23, 2023

**TERM/STATUS**:
Permanent Full Time

**SCHEDULE/HRS**:
Flex Time // 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours)

**HOURLY WAGE**:
$28.39 as per collective agreement

**THE ROLE**:
The Employment Specialist provides pre-employment counselling, job coaching, education and advocacy support to adults with a disability. The Employment Specialist also provides transitional support, marketing to employers, and education and support to community organizations.

**REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education & Experience**:

- Degree in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education.
- 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a vocational setting.
- Experience in adaptive communication techniques information technology.
- Previous experience working with adults with barriers to employment.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and other support programs for adults.

**Standard requirements of the Employment Specialist include**:

- Criminal Record Check
- Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
- Class 5 Driver’s License & vehicle required
- Willing to travel throughout the lower mainland (Vancouver, North & West Vancouver, TriCities and Burnaby)
- Valid First Aid/CPR
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
- Demonstrated competency in English
- Computer literacy
- Eligible to work in Canada

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Educational and training opportunities
- This position requires Union membership.



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