CMHA Kelowna & District is hiring a full-time Employment Specialist to jointhe Foundry Kelowna Team. This position offers 37.5 hours per week, with atypical work week of Monday – Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm with Thursday shifts of11am-7pm.The aim of the Foundry Works & Education Program is to supportBC young people with their work and study goals. Guided by the evidence-based principles ofIndividual Placement and Support (IPS), Foundry Works & Education Programwill provide flexible, wraparound services to help at-risk youth develop workskills, become competitively employed and realize their education goals.Services are based on the premise that competitive work is a core component ofpersonal recovery and meaningful employment can increase youth’s quality oflife and contribute to improved mental health outcomes. The Foundry Works & Education Program EmploymentSpecialist will join a team of professionals, providing coordinated care toyoung people between the ages of 12-24 in the Central Okanagan.WHO IS AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST?TheEmployment Specialist within the Foundry Works Program provides individualized,intensive vocational and educational support services to youth clients facingmental health challenges. This position aims to help clients find and maintaincompetitive employment or educational training that is meaningful to them. TheEmployment Specialist will foster relationships with employers, educationalinstitutions, and community partners to create inclusive opportunities for workand education.WHAT DOES AN EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST DO?Assess clients'employment and education readiness and identify viable optionsManaging a caseload,assisting young people to overcome their barriers to finding meaningfulemployment or educational opportunitiesProvide job andeducation coaching to support clients in maintaining quality, accuracy, andwork/educational requirementsOffer intensive jobretention support and advocate on behalf of youth clients when necessaryProvide job and education crisissupport as needed, helping clients navigate challenges that may impact theiremployment or educational progressUtilizing the Individual Placement andSupport (IPS) Model,



develop and implementpersonalized employment and education plans based on assessmentsPlan courses of actionconsidering clients' physical tolerances and the impact of mental health onemployability/educational participationRecommend andfacilitate unpaid placements and job trials as appropriateNetwork with employersin the Central Okanagan to provide information on the program and explore theirindividual needs as a potential placement sourceNetwork and informeducational institutions about the program, including schools, colleges, tradeschools and universitiesEngage in jobdevelopment within the community, including negotiating job trials andsubsidies with employers and Employment Services agenciesCoordinate servicesand facilitate referrals to identified community resourcesDevelop and implementaccommodation plans tailored to client needsParticipate incommunity outreach activities to build collaborative partnerships withemployers and educational institutionsProvide educationregarding psychological health and safety in the workplace to employers andcommunity partnersFacilitate groups onemployment related information and skills for participants in the programPerforms other related duties asassignedQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:Degree in Social Services, HumanResources, Employment Counselling, or a related field requiredCriminal Record Checkclearance in the Vulnerable SectorValid Class 5 BCdriver’s licenseReliable vehicle andthe ability to travel within the community to meet clientsand employers on a frequent basisMinimum 3 years’relevant experience, preferably in employment rehabilitationwithin mental health contextsFormal training in Labour MarketInformation, Job Development, or Employment Counselling considered an assetCertificates in FirstAid, CPR and Naloxone considered an assetProficient in verbal and writtencommunicationStrong advocacy, communication, andinterpersonal skills for collaboration with clients, employers, and communitypartnersStrong relationship-building skills toengage clients, employers,



and community partnersAbility to provide empathetic supportwhile advocating for clients' needsAbility to maintainconsistent professional boundariesProficient inMicrosoft Outlook, Word and ExcelFamiliarity with labor market trendsand employment resourcesKnowledge of psychosocialrehabilitation principlesExperience using the IndividualPlacement and Support (IPS) modelStrong attention todetailExcellent organizational and timemanagement skillsCritical thinking and problem-solvingskills to assess client needs and develop appropriate strategiesConflict resolutionand crisis intervention skillsAbility to be regularly exposed to individuals who are struggling withand/or recovering from trauma, drug/alcohol use, homelessness, mental healthchallenges and/or mental illnessWHO IS CMHA KELOWNA & DISTRICT?At CMHA Kelowna& District, we are dedicated to Mental Health in our community. No matterhow old or how young, we provide support for families and individualsthrough programs that promote positive mental health and support recovery,while championing the elimination of barriers that can prevent people fromthriving. We are a dynamic, creative and visionary organization. Weare looking for someone who shares our vision of a mentally healthy Kelownaand are passionate about making a difference in our community bybringing their particular expertise to our organization. To learnmore, check out our website at www.Cmhakelowna.OrgCMHA KELOWNA & DISTRICT OFFERS YOU:A competitive hourly wage of $30.77Dental, Health & EAP BenefitsWellness Spending AccountRRSP matching programVacation & Personal Health DaysA workplace culture that fosters learning,transparency, trust and teamworkAs an employer, CMHA Kelowna & District strives to create a workplace that respects and values allindividuals, minima bias, and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion ofdifferent perspectives and ideas. At CMHA Kelowna & Districtthat means welcoming diversity in mental health, race, ethnicity, and culture.It also means diverse abilities, age, religion, sexual orientation,socio-economic status, gender identities, education, marital status, language,and physical self-expression. These values are embedded in the work CMHAKelowna & District doesevery day.We appreciate and thank all applicants for their interest, howeveronly short-listed candidates and those legally eligible to work in Canada willbe contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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