Employment Counsellor (Maternity Leave Coverage) Specialization: People with Multiple Barriers to Employment - Jobs in Surrey, BC

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MOSAIC operates on the traditional and unceded Coast Salish Territories, the ancestral lands of the sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), sc̓əwaθən məsteyəx (Tsawwassen), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwitwetlam), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), SEMYOME (Semiahmoo) and Matsqui nations where we are privileged to carry out our mission.WHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US:MOSAIC is one of Canada’s largest settlement non-profit organizations. Our newcomer services change the lives of immigrants, refugees, and individuals from diverse backgrounds in Greater Vancouver and throughout BC. For the past 45 years, MOSAIC has worked to strengthen communities by advocating for positive changes and supporting newcomers in building their new lives in Canada. As an employer we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can trust that their skills and contributions are valued. We advocate for and promote equitable employment opportunities for women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (2SLGBTQI+), and racialized individuals. We have been recognized in the 2019 List of Best Workplaces™ in Canada (100-999 employees), the 2020 list of Best Workplaces Managed by Women and 2021 List of Best Workplaces™ in Canada (100-999 employees) by the Great Place to Work® Institute. Our employees benefit from many diverse perspectives, taking part in training opportunities for career growth.JOIN OUR TEAM!We are looking for a motivated Employment Counsellor to join our South Surrey-White Rock WorkBC team!POSITION FUNCTION:As the Employment Counsellor, you will deliver comprehensive career development services for all clients seeking occupational, certification, career development, career planning, training, and academic upgrading assistance. This position supports a full range of WorkBC employment services. In the role of Employment Counsellor, you will mitigate any barriers to employment and implement an appropriate course of action based on your clients’ needs. Although the primary duties described outline the core work, adaptability to meeting other service needs as they emerge will be required.DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to build rapport with clients
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Teams, database software, and able to operate standard office equipment
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration and organizational skills
• Tactful, discrete, diplomatic, patient, flexible and possesses cultural sensitivity and excellent judgement

BONUS SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Career Development Practitioner certified will be considered an asset
• Ability to speak a second language will be considered an asset
• Experience with Integrated Case Management (ICM) system will be considered an asset

HOURS: Full-time (35 hours per week)TEMPORARY: Maternity Leave Contract PositionThe successful candidate may be permitted to work a hybrid work model (combination of in-office and remote work).Candidate must be able to commute to South Surrey-White Rock WorkBCBENEFITS:A competitive benefits package is provided with contracts of at least 1 year in length and which offer a minimum of 17.5 hours of work per week.DEADLINE: OngoingIMPORTANT NOTES:

• Before applying, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada through citizenship or permanent resident status. If you have a work permit, please ensure that it allows you to work for the duration of this position.
• We are committed to creating a safe and healthy working environment for our employees. MOSAIC employees are expected to adhere to several policies and procedures such as Right to a Respectful Workplace, Code of Conduct, and COVID-19 Vaccination.

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