Employment Specialist

6 days ago

Surrey, Canada Semiahmoo House Society Full time

To provide direct services in the areas of employment counseling and support, including needs assessments, vocational evaluations, employment preparation, training, placement (which may include job development) and orientation, referral to community resources and support services.

To deliver quality services within established guidelines and variances that are congruent with the vision and ends of the organization and that reflect organizational values that ensure a good quality of life, full citizenship and inclusion.

**SPECIFICATIONS REQUIRED**:

- 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 and/or combination of relevant education and direct employment specialist experience.
- Minimum three to five years’ experience working with people with developmental and/or physical disabilities
- Experience in job placement, specifically working with persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge of local labor market trends and employment opportunities in the Lower Mainland
- 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.
- Daily access to and use of their own vehicle suitable for transporting the person and clients within the Lower Mainland of BC;
- Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal communication skills in English;
- Excellent decision making, problem solving and creative thinking skills;
- Excellent skills in crisis intervention and in teaching these techniques to others;
- Clear ability to work effectively with program staff, volunteers and non-profit, for-profit or publicly funded groups, agencies or organizations;
- Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others in a team environment with an emphasis on leadership, self-initiative, patience, maturity and tact;
- Knowledge of the local community’s resources and services including services provided in the Community Living field.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills; Computer literacy including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and liaise with families, and professionals
- Ability to assess work environments to determine suitability of employment
- Class 5 driver’s license, acceptable driving record, business insurance and use of motor vehicle.
- Current Criminal Record Check clearance, up to date First Aid and CPR Certification and Mandt Certificate (or equivalent);
- A strong desire to function as part of the staff team of Semiahmoo House Society

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: From $33.77 per hour

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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