At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy great benefits and perks. Experience what it is like to join a purpose-driven organization and make meaningful contributions to our community. Explore our amazing new opportunities.Division: Integrated Services for NewcomersProgram: Pre-Arrival Services - AEIPEmployment Type: Temporary Full time (35 hours per week)Number of Positions: 1About 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 ManagerKey Duties & Responsibilities:Provides consultation on foreign credential recognition process and alternative career planningAssists clients in achieving employment outcomes through goal-setting, action planning and follow-upPlans, organizes and delivers employment webinars focusing on topics such as labour market information, resume/cover letter writing, job search strategies, and interview skillsWorks with Job Developer to deliver employer connection activitiesLinks clients to other IRCC funded pre-arrival employment programs for further support, as well as to connect clients with skilled and regulatory bodiesResearches and assists in virtual recruitment activities, career talks and job fairsAssists in the delivery of job search programs and reviews/edits resumes and cover lettersParticipates in staff meetings for the purpose of sharing information, coordinating activities, and improving efficiencies and effectivenessDocuments client needs, action items, progress notes and outcomes to a secure client database system and iCare for referral, report and evaluation purposesMaintains and prepares current and accurate statistics and records in order to assist AEIP in meeting funder's requirements in program monitoring, planning and budgetingPerforms other related duties as requiredEducation,



Training and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Social ScienceCareer Development Practice Certificate or equivalent preferredExperience in working with immigrant job seekers to CanadaExperience in one-on-one employment service deliveryKnowledge of case management process is an assetExperience in conducting employment workshopsKnowledge of labour market information and resources in CanadaKnowledge of employment systems and workplace culture of CanadaiCARE experience an assetJob Skills, and Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSecond language is considered an assetExcellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skillsExcellent group facilitation skillsExcellent active listening skillsExcellent time and resource management skillsExcellent computer skills in MS Office Suite, internet research, and database system managementAbility to work independently as well as a great team playerAbility to work with individuals facing cultural adjustment challengesAbout 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.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.

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