Reporting to the Employment & Outreach Manager, an Employment Facilitator is responsible for assisting job-seeking clients with their employment needs, including credential recognition and career planning support.

Job Responsibilities

- Conduct initial and ongoing needs assessment to gather information on clients? employment, skills, and education background
- Identify challenges and barriers to employment
- Provide advise and assist clients in navigating the job market
- Facilitate ongoing training, support for job search techniques, assistance with resume/cover letter writing and transportation assistance as required
- Conduct interview preparation, mock interviews and employment related documents
- Follow-up on client progress through their job search journey and beyond
- Assist clients in obtaining credential recognition in their field
- Develop partnerships with community stakeholders including service providers and employers to engage them in programming
- Liaise with educational institutions to develop awareness of training and bridging programs
- Maintain effective partnerships between departments for employment programming, work-readiness curriculum for specialized ESL classes etc.
- Stay informed of current resources, trends, changes and services gaps in the community
- Maintain accurate records of services provided,



statistics, and prepare reports as required
- Create an inspiring, engaging and collaborative atmosphere within teams and other WIS departments to achieve collective goals and deliver quality service to clients
- Provide management with operational support as required

Qualifications

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate, plan and facilitate programming
- Experience with employment placement and skill development
- Public speaking, creative thinking and excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of rural labour market including current state, navigation and challenges
- Self starter able to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, database management and related IT tools
- Strong proficiency and ability to communicate in English
- Provide a transparent Criminal Record, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Driver Abstract; where required
- Possess a valid Manitoba Driver's Licence and access to reliable transportation
- Ability to work collaboratively with management, employees, and community stakeholders in a diverse environment

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted for next steps.

📌 Employment Facilitator (Brandon)
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📍 Brandon