Skill In- Employment Coordinator

2 months ago


Nanaimo, Canada VIVRS Full time

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VIVRS is looking for an individual with Skills at supporting people with diverse abilities in creating learning plans, setting and achieving goals, and ultimately helping them get connected to employers.

SKILL-IN is a one-on-one, in-person, virtual or hybrid program with flexible access to short-term occupational skills training (not longer than 12 months) or paid work experience (no longer than 24 hours), employment services, including pre-employment, and wraparound support for those facing barriers to employment. Persons with diverse abilities, survivors of violence or abuse, or newcomers lacking Canadian experience or skills will have access to paid Skills for Success skills training and flexible employment support to enter or re-enter the workforce.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

- Assessing clients skills training needs, learning styles and developing a training plan that will help them develop the Essential Skills required to be successful in employment.
- Supporting clients with becoming connected to community supports and resources to ensure that they are ready for employment.
- Working with clients on job search skills such as resume writing, interview prep, and networking and presentation skills.
- Creating relationships with employers to connect clients to sustainable jobs in their community.
- Maintaining client files, issuing financial supports, and providing documentation for funders.
- Supporting the success of clients and the program through achieving program progress markers and ensuring the majority of clients find and maintain employment.
- Providing on the job coaching and employment counselling to ensure clients maintain employment.

WHY WORK WITH US

VIVRS has been providing employment services for diverse clients for over 30 years. We are passionate about building a more diverse and inclusive workforce, and community. At VIVRS you will recieve:

- On the Job training in Career Development services
- The opportunity for learning and growth through professional development
- A generous health and wellness benefit package which includes paid sick time, 3 weeks vacation, and medical and dental benefits
- 35 hour work week (28 hours negotiable)
- One remote day per week
- The opportunity to get out of your office and work with employers and clients in the community
- A team oriented environment that is goal focused and supportive

We want to hear from you if:

- You have some experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, and particularly those with disabilities
- You have some education or training in Human Services, Social Services, Community Support Work, Career Development, Communications, Marketing, or Sociology/Psychology (or related education/training)
- You are passionate about community inclusion and want to help break down barriers so everyone who wants to is able to find meaningful employment
- You are target and goal focused
- You are a team player and like to have fun and work hard

Pay: $27.00-$29.00 per hour


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