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Division: Pre-Arrival Settlement Services

Program: Active Engagement & Integration Project (AEIP)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Number of Positions: 2

About the Position:

The Employment Specialist provides employment counselling to newcomers and their family members to address individual employment needs and helps them make informed career decisions through online services. 

Reports to: Senior Project Manager

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation on foreign credential recognition process and alternative career planning
• Assists clients in achieving employment outcomes through goal-setting, action planning and follow-up
• Plans, organizes and delivers employment webinars focusing on topics such as labour market information, resume/cover letter writing, job search strategies, and interview skills 
• Works with Job Developer to deliver employer connection activities 
• Links clients to other IRCC funded pre-arrival employment programs for further support, as well as to connect clients with professional and regulatory bodies 
• Researches and assists in virtual recruitment activities, career talks and job fairs 
• Assists in the delivery of job search programs and reviews/edits resumes and cover letters
• Participates in staff meetings for the purpose of sharing information, coordinating activities, and improving efficiencies and effectiveness
• Documents client needs, action items, progress notes and outcomes to a secure client database system and iCare for referral, report and evaluation purposes
• Maintains and prepares current and accurate statistics and records in order to assist AEIP in meeting funder’s requirements in program monitoring, planning and budgeting
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Science
• Career Development Practice Certificate or equivalent preferred
• Experience in working with immigrant job seekers to Canada
• Experience in one-on-one employment service delivery
• Knowledge of case management process is an asset
• Experience in conducting employment workshops 
• Knowledge of labour market information and resources in Canada
• Knowledge of employment systems and workplace culture of Canada
• iCARE experience an asset

Job Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Second language is considered an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
• Excellent group facilitation skills
• Excellent active listening skills
• Excellent time and resource management skills
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office Suite, internet research, and database system management
• Ability to work independently as well as a great team player
• Ability to work with individuals facing cultural adjustment challenges

Other Requirements:

• Criminal Record Check Required
• Able to work evenings and weekends as required

About S.U.C.C.E.S.S.:

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is a multicultural social services agency and registered charity located on the unceded Coast Salish lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has been helping Canadians and newcomers to achieve their full potential on their Canadian journey since 1973. We are one of the largest social service agencies in Canada, with offices in BC, Ontario and internationally/abroad. We offer programs and services in the areas of immigration, newcomer settlement, English-language training, employment and entrepreneurship, family, youth and seniors programming, health education, community development, affordable housing and seniors care.

At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., we take care of our communities and our people!

Our staff is the source of our success and we make it a priority to ensure work-life balance for our staff. We offer a range competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to ensure the well-being our staff. Subject to the type of employment, benefit packages may include:

• paid time off ‘monthly wellness days’ (up to 12 days per year)
• additional agency holidays ( 2 additional statutory holidays)
• 3 weeks annual vacation (starting) and up to 6 weeks (maximum)
• company-funded pension (GRRSP)
• extended health & dental plan
• employee & family assistance programs
• access to wellness programs (such as subscription to Headspace) , and more

S.U.C.C.ES.S. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that embraces diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to the equitable treatment of all individuals and will continue to embed diversity and inclusion principles within our policies, procedures, services, and activities.