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:Career and Youth ServicesProgram:Career & Youth Services - ACCEP-IEHPEmployment Type:Permanent Full-Time (35+ hours per week)Number of Positions:1Compensation:$27.92 - $30.20About the PositionThe Employer Specialist is responsible for establishing long-term relationships with local employers in the health sector to support their recruitment needs and to create work experience opportunities that lead to sustainable employment for Internationally-Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs). The Employer Specialist works collaboratively with the Case Managers in supporting IEHPs in obtaining successful and sustainable employment.Reports to:Senior Program ManagerKey Duties & ResponsibilitiesMakes cold calls and conducts online/in-person meetings with potential employers to develop work placement opportunities that match project participants’ skills, training, work experience, interests, and career goals.Maintains productive ongoing relationships with existing employers and actively reaches out to establish relationships with new employers.Provides individualized support to employers in enhancing their ability to better hire, develop, and retain IEHPs.Communicates with community partners and employers for marketing and client referrals.Works collaboratively with Case Managers to understand IEHPs’ needs and occupational goals.Customizes participants’ resumes to fit identified opportunities and conducts mock interviews to prepare participants for job interviews.Identifies and develops a strategic service plan that serves both the employers’ hire, and project’s placement needs.Performs to achieve weekly and monthly placement goals in accordance with project targets.Works with participants individually to identify and match a suitable employer for the Targeted Work Experience intervention.Develops a Targeted Work Experience Training Schedule with the participant and employer to specify the placement objectives, goals, milestones,



and expected outcomes for the placement.Provides ongoing support to both participants and employers to ensure training and development objectives are being met.Provides skilled mentoring or networking opportunities for participants to continue to enhance their employability.Keeps track of participant’s progress and provides regular follow-up support and guidance to every case-managed client.Provides participants with job maintenance support to achieve sustainable and permanent employment after the targeted work experience period.Follows up with participants on a bi-weekly basis to consistently support, guide, and motivate them.Monitors clients who participate in the Targeted Work Experience intervention and provides ongoing support as required.Provides intensive training and guidance to prepare participants to be ready for the work experience placement.Manages the employer’s database and organizes participants’ files.Updates Case Managers on participants’ progress in achieving the goals outlined in their Action Plan.Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as required.Education, Training and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Business, Social Sciences, Social Work, Career Development or Vocational RehabilitationCertified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) or equivalent designation or demonstrated plan to pursue a similar designationTwo years of work experience in a social service environment as a job developer, employer liaison, job coach and/or employment case managerExperience in connecting with employers to provide job experience for clientsExperience and knowledge in career counselingExperience in working with individuals with complex barriers and a broad range of cultural backgroundsExperience in facilitating workshops and group activitiesKnowledge of labour market trends and information in British ColumbiaJob Skills & AbilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to build partnerships with employers, community agencies and other stakeholdersAbility to provide job search support for internationally trained professionalsAbility to conduct and interpret client needs assessmentsAbility to support clients in developing realistic and achievable Action PlansAbility to establish and maintain mentor/coach relationships with participantsAbility to communicate effectively with employers and other stakeholdersAbility to work independently and as a part of a teamExcellent technical skills in MS Office and web-based applicationsExcellent attention to detail and commitment to excellence in service deliveryAdditional InformationCriminal Record Check RequiredAbility to work at multiple outreach locations across Greater VancouverAbility to work occasionally on weekends and evenings as requiredAbout 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 Musqueam, Squamish, and 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.E.S.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.BenefitsPaid 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 and dental planEmployee and family assistance programsAccess to wellness programs and more#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 13572- Employer Specialist - $27.9 - $30.2 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
📍 Winnipeg