Vocational Counsellor

1 week ago

Victoria, Canada Garth Homer Society Full time

Vocational Counsellor

**Program /Team**:OPTIONS** **Independent learning**

**Summary**:Promote and ensure the skill development of individuals with developmental disabilities. Services are provided in community-based settings. Complete learning assessments and provide client with education and/or skills training that will further independence, inclusion in community and address potential barriers to employment. Support clients in continued learning. Job Description available from Reception.

**Required Education, Training and Experience**:

- A diploma in a related human/social service field or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- One year recent experience in employment and/or education services field
- Experience and knowledge in the area of behaviour management and/or Crisis Intervention including Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training

**Required Job Skills and Abilities**:

- Demonstrated working knowledge of supports specific to individuals with DD
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to establish positive rapport with all stakeholders.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of/ or training in current trends and best practices related to community-based employment preferred
- Demonstrated ability to assess, teach using adaptive methods with an end
- goal of employment/volunteer placement
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with employers and community stakeholders
- Good time and general management skills
- Demonstrated teamwork skills
- Written communication skills, especially with regard to reporting
- Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning
- Computer literacy

**Additional Information**:

- Willing to use personal vehicle daily for work purposes (mileage compensated)

**Wage rate**:$23.10/hour Starting wage

**Reports to**:Team Coordinator

**Program /Team**:OPTIONS Independent Learning

**Hours of Work**:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

**Location**:Based out of the Garth Homer Society 4464 Markham Street location.

**Perks**:
**Union position with BCGEU under Community Living Services Collective Agreement.

*Unlimited access to building fitness facilities.

*This position is open to all qualified individuals regardless of their gender identity.

*This position requires Union membership.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $23.10 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:
We observe all PHO's on site, including mandatory vaccination.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Victoria, BC V8Z 7X8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- BC Class 5 Driver's License and vehicle (required)

  • Vocational Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Victoria, Canada Garth Homer Society Full time

    **Vocational Counsellor, Employment Services** **Job Title: Vocational Counsellor** **Job Summary**: Supports clients to find and maintain meaningful paid employment. Implements Employment Plans. Supports and instructs clients to meet employment goals. **Reports to**:Manager, Learning and Employment Services **Hours of Work**:35 hours. Monday -...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Victoria, Canada WCG Services Full time

    Rehabilitation Services Professional - Vocational (Bilingual) Location: Work from Home anywhere in Canada About the role The Rehabilitation Service Professional Vocational (RSP Voc) assists individuals to access, maintain or return to suitable, gainful and meaningful vocational activities. The RSP Voc determines appropriate vocational goals, identifies the...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Victoria, Canada WCG Services Full time

    Rehabilitation Services Professional - Vocational (Bilingual) Location: Work from Home anywhere in Canada About the role The Rehabilitation Service Professional Vocational (RSP Voc) assists individuals to access, maintain or return to suitable, gainful and meaningful vocational activities. The RSP Voc determines appropriate vocational goals, identifies the...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    2 days ago

    Victoria, Canada WCG International Consultants Ltd. Full time

    **Company Description** **We believe in the power of work.**Since 1994, we’ve been partnering with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for people, businesses and communities. We understand that work gives hope, strengthens relationships and drives economic growth. **_ About the...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    7 days ago

    Victoria, Canada WCG International Consultants Ltd. Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout the roleLocation: Work from Home anywhere in CanadaThe Rehabilitation Service Professional Vocational (RSP Voc) is responsible to assist individuals to access, maintain or return to suitable, gainful and meaningful vocational activities. The RSP Voc determines appropriate vocational goals and identifies the need for any vocational...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    6 days ago

    Victoria, British Columbia, Canada WCG International Consultants Ltd. Full time

    Company DescriptionWe believe in the power of work. Since 1994, we've been partnering with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for people, businesses and communities. We understand that work gives hope, strengthens relationships and drives economic growth.Job DescriptionAbout the roleLocation: Work from...

  • Rehabilitation Services Professional

    6 days ago

    Victoria, British Columbia, Canada WCG Services Full time

    We believe in the power of work.Since 1994, we've been partnering with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for people, businesses and communities. We understand that work gives hope, strengthens relationships and drives economic growth.Job DescriptionAbout the roleLocation:Work from Home anywhere in...

  • Vocational Counsellor-adult Employment Services

    3 days ago

    Victoria, Canada Thrive Social Services Society Full time

    **Closing Date**: Until filled **Start Date**: As soon as possible **Job Summary**: Supports adults with developmental disabilities in areas related to obtaining and retaining employment and meeting related employment and skill goals. Assesses clients’ interest, skills, abilities, and work experience. Finds and negotiates employment placements. Supports...

  • Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Victoria, Canada Tall Tree Health Full time

    At Tall Tree, you’ll join an award-winning clinic focused on exceptional integrated healthcare. We’re a diverse team that is endlessly nerdy— we love learning, teaching, and keeping up to date with the latest research. We’re the most multidisciplinary and comprehensive team in private healthcare in BC; we put each client at the center of this with...