Career Counsellor

4 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Lifemark Full time

Title: Career Counsellor

Department: Vocational Services

Reports to: Program Manager

Based in Edmonton,AB the Career Counsellor will be responsible for working with clients to assess skills, organize and facilitate training, identify training and/or employment opportunities, and assist clients with their job search activities. A successful candidate will have experience developing career plans, be knowledgeable in working with vulnerable populations, be comfortable facilitating and instructing in a group-learning setting, be familiar with the Alberta labour market, and have the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

Providing career and employment counseling to Albertans returning to employment or school  Facilitating essential skills, employment preparation, and occupational skills workshops  Conducting assessments to determine employment history, education and experience, and transferrable skills and employment barriers Completing resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews Conducting labour market research Ensuring sustainability in job placement; providing direct support to participants and employers to maintain employment Assessing and addressing individual needs, barriers, and complexities and developing and managing service plans Connecting participants with appropriate community resources, available through the Government of Alberta, Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers Timely report writing, following current templates, guides, standards, and processes Record keeping and maintaining paper and electronic files

Minimum Qualifications:

University Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences or related field including Kinesiology, Community Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Social Work, Education, etc. The designation, working towards designation or willingness/eligibility to obtain any of the following: Canadian Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CCRC), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), or Registered Rehabilitation Professional (RRP), alongside membership the Vocational Rehabilitation Association in Canada considered highly advantageous.  Career and employment counseling and job development/placement required. An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity Candidates should have a strong understanding of the Alberta labour market and educational programming opportunities  Case management experience an asset Sensitivity to learning limitations that may be present with participants Intermediate to advanced computer skills  Knowledgeable with social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, as well as key job search sites including Glassdoor, Indeed, CareerBuilder for job searching and applications Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills Security background check required May be  required  to work evenings and/or weekends

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