***Employment Advisor - LEAT & WorkBC

Title:                     Employment Advisor LEAT & WorkBC                    
Department:      LEAT     
Status:                 Full Time, Regular, Permanent
Pay Grid:              Professional  = $38,038 - $53,599 annually
Reporting to:     LEAT Manager and Work BC Manager
Closing date:      May 7, 2024   

Summary of Duties:
Reporting to the Manager of Lil’wat Employment and Training, & Program Coordinator WorkBC. The Employment Advisor assists unemployed, or underemployed individuals to obtain employment by performing duties such as supporting clients to identify realistic employment options, become job-ready, source prospective employers and provide coaching, and sustain employment once secured.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Interviews clients and identifies interests, skills, suitability, and job readiness.
• Refers to other programs and services as required and provides information regarding available community resources.
• Develops realistic employment action plans with clients.
• Liaises with the program funder and other stakeholders regarding relevant client information.
• Assist clients to become job-ready by performing duties such as arranging for education, or self-employment.
• Prepare education funding applications for approval.
• Assists in applying to funding sources, researching funding alternatives, and organizing funding initiatives.
• In accordance with career goals, provide coaching in employment-related areas such as work skills, job search skills, resume, preparation, and interview skills.
• Acquire job orders from employers.
• Facilitates job placement by performing duties such as explaining wage subsidy information and placement terms to clients and employers.
• Prepare wage subsidy applications.
• Completes and maintains accurate related records, documentation, and reports on client and job candidate progress.
• Attends weekly meetings with the Lil’wat Employment and Training team.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Experience and Attributes:

• Combination of education, training, and experience.  CDP Certification or the ability to gain certification.
• Valid class 5 BC driver’s license and use of motor vehicle, clean driver’s abstract.
• Knowledge of the local labour market trends and training/employment opportunities in BC.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining quality, Client-centered service.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral member of various teams.
• Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines prioritizes assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Motivated self-starter and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly professional in all aspects of business, presentation, and interaction with all stakeholders, clients, and Members.
• Clear Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector 
  

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