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Career Advisor

2 weeks ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Prospect Human Services Society Full time

Job Details

Description
Position
Career Advisor

Location
Calgary

Type
Full Time

Salary
$52,000 - $56,000

About Us
Break Barriers. Employ Change.

At Prospect, we value the diversity of people. Diversity at Prospect means a workplace where individual differences are recognized and appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.

What will you do?
Career Advising

  • Provides pre-employment support such as resume/cover letter development/targeting, assistance in the application process and interview preparation for clients on a case-by-case basis
  • Utilizes assessment tools when needed; assists clients in analyzing and synthesizing career exploration information
  • Work in partnership with clients from a variety of demographics to identify job targets
  • Work in close partnership with the Employer Liaisons advising about client job targets and trends, puts candidates forward to opportunities provided by the Employer Liaison team

Resource Coordination

  • Continually conducts environmental scanning: labour market, corporations, news, and economic trends, incorporating findings and best practices into program/content
  • Supports Job Club and/or facilitation of workshops based on client needs and trends
  • Communicates current information to applicable team members on labour market and career development trends and best practices
  • Tracks caseloads, workshops, and assessment tools and maintains client information in files, records, stats, and reports
  • Books ongoing career advising meetings

General

  • Diligently works to ensure thorough understanding of all Prospect's programs
  • Maintains accurate and up to date information in the CRM database and completes monthly client updates on job search progress, service delivery, and expected next steps for accurate reporting, as required
  • Monitors client goals and completion of action or service plans; communicates with other staff as necessary
  • Acts as central point of contact and subject matter expert for clients, support networks, referral sources, and internal team members
  • Supports Employment Resource Centre coverage as required

Community Relations

  • Remains active within a network that includes other career development/career transition professionals, recruiters, workforce planners, learning and development/training specialists, post-secondary program advisors, and HR professionals to stay current on employment trends and activities, best practices and professional development opportunities

What does it take to do this job?

  • Some post-secondary education in career advising or other equivalent program, 3+ years' experience in a similar role that is directly related to career development (equivalent combination of education and professional experience will be considered); a Career Development professional designation is a strong asset
  • 3+ years' client relations with direct experience relating with a broad demographic

  • 3+ years' of pre-employment and essential skill development expertise including:

  • developed job search techniques that involves the ability to tap into the hidden job market;

  • resume and cover letter development; and

  • interviewing skills including knowing the various techniques used and the ability to prep clients

  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and presentation software; advanced proficiency with internet, online, and social media platforms

  • Knowledge of and experience using career exploration tools and websites, with the ability to assist clients in synthesizing and analyzing information to develop realistic action plans and job targets
  • Experience leading/facilitating different formats of meetings, workshops and presentations to various audiences of internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to create analytical reports, develop and utilize spreadsheets, conduct needs and gap analyses, collect and analyze stats, and action results from findings
  • Some post-secondary education in career advising or other equivalent program, 3+ years' experience in a similar role that is directly related to career development (equivalent combination of education and professional experience will be considered); a Career Development professional designation is a strong asset

Asset

  • Exposure to adult education principles gained through experiences in corporate training, learning development or equivalent experiences developed from content development presentation/facilitation
  • Knowledge/experience/exposure/education working with varying populations (military, youth, disability, mental health

Further Notes

  • All employees must pass a background check.
  • All employees must be flexible to work on-site as well as remotely, based position and program requirements.
  • Prospect has a comprehensive onboarding program and supports professional development goals.

If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the application or selection process, please contact the HR/Recruitment department at
Prospect will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account any individual accessibility needs. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Prospect strongly believes in its five brand pillars and is looking for great candidates who share the same beliefs:

Enthusiastic
Prospect approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm. We drive change with energy, optimism, and commitment. Anyone who walks through our doors can feel the positive energy.

Professional
In every facet of our work, our actions show a commitment to professional management and service delivery. Prospect is accountable, ethical, and honest.

Innovative
Prospect creates change by envisioning the end game and creating the means to realize it. We believe asking "why not?" aids progress. Solutions are created when we think beyond traditional boundaries.

Inclusive
Prospect is driven to achieve equal access for all to opportunities and resources. We strive to create a fair, healthy and high-performing environment where everyone is respected, encouraged, and motivated, and their contributions help Prospect attain its goals.

Collaborative
Prospect seeks different perspectives. All parties must be engaged, including for-profit, not-for-profit, funders and government. Only by understanding all points of view can we create inclusive workplaces.