Employment Specialist

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Posabilities Association of British Columbia Full time

**Location**:Vancouver Region & New Westminster (shared)

**Position: 2 positions available**.
1 x Full Time - 1 Year contract, 37.5 hours per week (with possibility of extension)
1 x Full time Permanent

**Compensation**: $33.77 per hour, excellent benefits included after successfully complete probationary period

**Start Date**:ASAP
- pos_**Abilities** assists individuals with developmental disabilities to lead meaningful and healthy lives. We accomplish this by partnering with local communities to provide a comprehensive range of person-centered services for individuals and the families who care for them.

Employment specialists provide direct services in the areas of employment counseling and support, including needs assessments, vocational evaluations, employment preparation, training, placement (which will include job development) and orientation, referral to community resources and support services; and performs related duties as required.

The Employment Specialist is accountable to the Employment Services Assistant Manager and Manager.

**The Employment Specialist must have a flexible schedule and have demonstrated the ability to maintain relationships through community marketing.** Approximately 2/3 of this job will be out in the community, developing relationships with potential employers.

Get to know the satisfaction of changing someone’s life

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- The Employment Specialist works primarily at the posAbilities’ Employment Services location and will be required to travel to locations throughout the Lower Mainland to attend meetings with participants and employers.
- The Employment Specialist Coordinates the gradual and thorough transition of persons served to competitive employment.
- Conducts assessments to find each person’s skills, interests, and employment history and career goals. This may include pre-employment assessments, needs assessments to identify barriers
- Assists participants with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, and interview skills.
- Conducts modules on career development and facilitates job club activities
- Assesses need for assistance from additional support services or systems and makes referrals

**ABOUT YOU**:

- Diploma (from a recognized university or college) in Career Development, Supported Employment, or Vocational Rehabilitation, or applicable undergraduate degree in Social Services or Adult Education.
- More than three years up to four of experience working with people with intellectual disabilities
- Experience in job placement, specifically working with persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge of local labor market trends and employment opportunities in the Lower Mainland
- Ability to assess work environments to determine suitability of employment
- Knowledge of the local community’s resources and services including services provided in the Community Living field.
- A strong commitment to ensuring that the rights of people with developmental disabilities and other stigmas, living and working in the community are protected and respected.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team setting, with an emphasis on leadership, self-initiative, patience, maturity and tact
- Able to facilitate interactions between strangers
- Demonstrates humility
- Demonstrates awareness of other cultures and minorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and liaise with families, and professionals

**You MUST have the following**:

- Emergency First Aid and CPR level B or C
- Mandt System training,
- Current TB Test
- A clear Criminal Record Check for Children and Vulnerable Adults
- A valid BC driver’s license, clean driving record, reliable vehicle with business insurance with minimum $3 million liability

**YOUR Application**:
everyone interested in this position, only applicants chosen for interviews will be
contacted.

posAbilities is committed to supporting good and full lives, for everyone. Our organization is a place where inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility are integral to our culture and operations. Our goal is to support every person in presenting their true self within the communities where they live and work.

We strive towards a vision for good and full lives, for everyone. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment, and we actively seek to identify, eliminate and prevent barriers to employment, including those that may be within our hiring process.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $33.77 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: Multiple locations



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