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Employment Counsellor
Posted on Oct 13
Leads Employment Services
London, ON
Languages English
Education College/CEGEP
Experience 3 years to less than 5 years
Specific Skills
Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals; Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews; Assess need for assistance such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training and refer clients to the appropriate services; Advise employers on human resource and other employment-related issues; Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information; Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization; Provide established workers with information and strategies for dealing with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions; Provide consulting services to community groups and agencies, businesses, industry and other organizations involved in providing community-based career planning support or resources
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Windows; MS Word; MS Outlook
Additional Skills
Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients; Perform administrative tasks
Security and Safety Criminal record check
Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle; Valid driver's licence
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Large caseload; Large workload; Tight deadlines
Ability to Supervise Working groups
Work Location Information Relocation costs not covered by employer
Personal Suitability
Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Organized
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