Facilitator/labour Market Resource Specialist

Maximus Canada Employment Services Inc. (MCESI) is seeking to fill the position of a full-time temporary Facilitator/Labour Market Resource Specialist for our Nanaimo catchment under the WorkBC Employment Services Program. The estimated start date for this position is as soon as possible. This position will a 6-month fixed term contract.

**What we offer**
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP match, extended health, prescription drug coverage, dental, paramedical, generous vision care, and more
- 3 weeks’ vacation to start (prorated)
- 6 Personal days in addition to 6 Sick per year (prorated)
- Volunteer days
- Just Because days
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

**Scope and Purpose**

The Facilitator/Labour Market Resource Specialist works effectively, as an integral part of the WorkBC Centre team, developing curriculum and providing group and one-on-one facilitation to Clients on a wide variety of meaningful employment-related topics; specifically as it relates to Competency-based training which, as outlined in the WorkBC Employment Services Program, is designed to support eligible clients in their practical ability to learn and improve upon the knowledge and skills they will need to prepare for, attain and retain employment. As well as working collaboratively to oversee a positive and meaningful client service experience in the Resource Centre and Self-Service services; including the participation in virtual and outreach services as appropriate. This role also includes active and comprehensive involvement in the area of Cohort Programming. Ensuring a strong and ongoing connection with Clients and the full WorkBC Centre team, the Facilitator/Labour Market Resource Specialist will ensure that curriculum is delivered consistently, professionally and effectively to in order to meet the needs of the Clients, as well as the desired learning objectives and WorkBC Employment Services program required outcomes. Additionally, as the ‘in-house labour market expert’, the Resource Centre Coordinator supports the Service Delivery Team and Clients by providing up to date comprehensive labour market information in support of the successful objectives and outcomes as defined by the WorkBC Employment Services Program.

**Required Minimum Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in a relevant field (e.g., career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counselling, education or human resources management).
- Two (2) or more years of related experience in the employment services, counselling or other support services industry.
- Working towards or holding an associated relevant professional certification (i.e., CCDP, RRP, etc.) is preferred and accreditation with demonstrated experience in the delivery of Personal Counselling considered an asset.
- Multilingual (English plus French or another language) ability to communicate effectively with Clients, both verbally and in writing is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of Life/Essential Skills Training.
- Capacity to effectively conduct and interpret Client needs assessments and employ exploration tools in accordance with individualized Client needs and abilities.
- Demonstrated experience providing services and support to individuals with complex barriers, including barrier identification and resolution.
- Proven experience and success in the areas of job maintenance and the ability to build productive and ongoing employer relationships that are of benefit to the success of the Client.
- Extensive knowledge of job search and networking strategies.
- Experience in, and the ability to, successfully coach and mentor Clients to gain effective job search tools and strategies.
- Ability to build and maintain a network of partnerships with local employment and community agencies, employers, social service & referral programs, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to successfully work with and support individuals from a broad range of cultural backgrounds based on a sensitivity to and understanding of the unique challenges they may face.
- Strong administrative skills and computer proficiency with specific emphasis on MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) and customized databases.    

 
- We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish, Lək̓ʷəŋən, W̱SÁNEĆ, Stó: lō, and Syilx peoples on whose unceded lands we are grateful to live, work and play. _

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

**Salary**: $27.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

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