Career and Employment Specialist

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Bredin Centre for Career Advancement Full time

**Career and Employment Specialist**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Conducting assessments and career development sessions with clients to determine service needs, timelines and suitability to the program.
- Conducting scheduled progress review sessions and adjusting training and service schedules.
- Connecting clients to resources and supporting them in addressing challenges which may impede their ability to be successful in training and employment.
- Working cooperatively with the program team to assist clients with resume development, online profiles, interview preparation and in addressing the barriers to finding and maintaining employment.
- Connecting clients to potential employers and ensuring good job matches.
- Performing case management duties including updating of client service plans, progress reviews, recording client milestones and outcomes.
- The collection and management of client information ensuring accurate and relevant case file management in accordance with funder guidelines and privacy regulations.
- Staying informed of labour market trends and economic changes within industries and the current occupational demand.
- Working with the team to organize and host employer and community events that support clients in their employment goals.

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education in related field or the equivalent combination of experience and education.
- 2+ years’ experience career coaching.
- Career Development Professional (CDP) designation is considered an asset.
- Ability to provide workshops or sessions using a variety of venues including in person, virtual, individual and group settings.
- Proven ability to develop positive coach-client relationships.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and schedule daily client activities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the current Alberta Labour Market trends and outlooks.
- Fluent in Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and Outlook).
- A clean criminal record and vulnerable sector check.
- Class 5 Drivers License and reliable transportation will be considered an asset for Employment Outreach Specialists.

If you have a collaborative work style, a positive attitude and authentic desire to help others achieve their career and employment goals please submit a cover letter and resume. Bredin Centre for Career Advancement would like to hear from you.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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