Job Search & Retention Specialist - Jobs in Oliver, BC

Job Description

Who we are:MAXIMUS Canada Employment Services Inc. (MCESI) proudly focuses on innovative solutions to help people find jobs. MCES operates five catchments of WorkBC. This is a Provincial government program that provides services to support members of the public in finding a job and keeping it. We provide access to job search resources, employment planning, skills assessment, training, work experience placement and more. For more information about WorkBC, please visit https://www.workbc.ca/.This is a wonderful team-based working environment, and an opportunity to work with a great team of people who are dedicated to helping and making a difference in peoples lives.What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP match, extended health, prescription drug coverage, dental, paramedical, generous vision care, and more!
• 3 weeks’ vacation to start
• 6 Personal days in addition to 6 Sick per year

• Volunteer days
• Just Because days
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact

What you will be doing:The Job Search & Retention Specialist will:

• Ensure ongoing meaningful communication and practical collaboration with all WorkBC Employment Services team members in support of effective and successful individual Client job search and retention outcomes
• Provide hands-on support with Job Board, job matching with MCES and Approved Sub Contractor job leads, and online employment opportunities; up to and including job development-type service.
• Effectively conduct and interpret Client needs assessments and employ exploration tools in accordance with individualized Client needs and abilities
• Consistently monitor and practically support the Client’s job search progress
• Provide ongoing coaching and effective utilization of appropriate WorkBC Employment services

What you will bring:

• Post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in a relevant field (e.g., career or employment development, vocational rehabilitation, social work, psychology, sociology, human services, counselling, education or human resources management).
• Two (2) or more years of related experience in the employment services, counselling or other support services industry.
• Working towards or holding an associated relevant professional certification (i.e., CCDP, RRP, etc.) is preferred and accreditation with demonstrated experience in the delivery of Personal Counselling considered an asset.
• Multilingual (English plus French or another language) ability to communicate effectively with Clients, both verbally and in writing is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of Life/Essential Skills Training.
• Demonstrated experience providing services and support to individuals with complex barriers, including barrier identification and resolution.
• Proven experience and success in the areas of job maintenance and the ability to build productive and ongoing employer relationships that are of benefit to the success of the Client.
• Extensive knowledge of job search and networking strategies.
• Experience in, and the ability to, successfully coach and mentor Clients to gain effective job search tools and strategies.
• Ability to build and maintain a network of partnerships with local employment and community agencies, employers, social service & referral programs, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to successfully work with and support individuals from a broad range of cultural backgrounds based on a sensitivity to and understanding of the unique challenges they may face.
• Strong administrative skills and computer proficiency with specific emphasis on MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) and customized databases.

Apply Now!MCES values the diversity of the people it hires and serves, fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths and better serve our community. Applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged for this posting.We will be accepting applications until 5:00pm (PST) on January 7, 2022.Please note that while all applications are appreciated, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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