Employment Facilitator

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada FTE Canucks Autism Network Society Full time

**Salary**:$50,000-$55,000 per year
**Hours**:Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week
**Employment Type**: Full time, term contract - until December 26, 2025
**Location**:Vancouver. Must be able to commit to working in the office

**About Canucks Autism Network (CAN)**

Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is a charitable organization dedicated to providing programs for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, while promoting acceptance and inclusion through community engagement and training initiatives across BC. Our vision is for every individual on the autism spectrum to be understood, accepted, and supported in all community spaces.

**Canucks Autism Network - Skills Training Employment Program (CAN-STEP)**

The Canucks Autism Network - Skills Training Employment Program (CAN - STEP) is designed to support Autistic youth by providing training and work experience in growing industries. The program is delivered in a group-based cohort with a strong focus on providing participants with the skills and certification necessary to achieve employment.

**Position Description**

Employment Facilitators in the CAN-STEP program will take an integrated approach to provide flexible and holistic services to support Autistic youth and adults ages 16+ facing barriers to employment. The Employment Facilitator supports participants’ employment readiness by facilitating workshops and supporting job search activities. The Employment Facilitator will report to the Employment Program Manager.

**Key Functions**
- Client Sourcing & Engagement_
- Evaluates client eligibility to identify client interests, skills, suitability, and job readiness
- Facilitation_
- Create and facilitate workshops to assist participants in developing strategies to obtain employment. Workshops can focus on but not limited to:

- Essential skills: reading, writing, numeracy
- Employment readiness skills: resume, cover letter, job search, interviewing
- Soft skills: communication, customer service, problem solving, delivering feedback
- Identifies and arranges additional education and certifications such as FoodSafe, First Aid, and SuperHost to align employment aspirations with positions of interest
- Client Support_
- Provide individualized support to program participants and promote active engagement and learning in the classroom
- General classroom assistance such as supporting participants with assignments
- Provide 1:1 coaching to assist participants in their job search
- Facilitate peer to peer interaction and socialization when appropriate
- Administration_
- Conduct CAN-STEP program orientation presentations to participants, staff, and employers
- Complete and maintain records, documentation, and reporting on participants’ progress
- Monitor and follow up with participants on attendance and progress in workshops

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Education in related field such as human resources, disability studies, social services, or a combination of coursework and two or more years of experience in career counselling or adult learning
- Experience supporting Autistic individuals is an asset
- Obtain a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Valid BC Driver’s license and access to a vehicle preferred

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**
- An understanding of employment barriers Autistic individuals and other vulnerable populations may face
- Knowledge of case management, local labour market issues and trends, educational methodologies, employment placement strategies and management techniques
- Demonstrated ability and passion to establish and maintain positive rapport with a variety of stakeholders including job seekers and employers
- Ability to meet deadlines, manage a varied client load and work under pressure
- Highly proficient with technology, including: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), web based research tools, and social media
- Experience in curriculum development, training, teaching or program implementation
- Time management, organizational and leadership skills, with a strong ability to prioritize
- Ability to engage and motivate participants towards achieving their employment goals
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to travel throughout the Lower Mainland
- Ability to maintain confidential information


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