Languages English

Education Bachelor's degreeor equivalent experience

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Specific Skills

Project management; Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals; Develop, promote and implement public relations and promotional programs; Advise job applicants on employment requirements and terms and conditions of employment; Direct and advise professional and non-professional staff; Administer the programs of non-governmental organizations involved with social issues; Establish administrative procedures; 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; Train, direct and motivate staff; Train and supervise staff; Train staff; Supervise other counsellors and support staff; Recruit and hire staff; Perform administrative tasks; Prepare reports

Work Setting Community-based agency

Security and Safety Bondable; 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; Tight deadlines

Ability to Supervise Working groups; 11-15 people

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