Employment and Training Counsellor

MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION

EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING COUNSELLOR

September 24, 2024

Posting #24-02-009 (REPOSTED)

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.

The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Employment and Training Counsellor position within our Métis Employment & Training Department located within the MET Recruitment Office at 200 Main Street in Winnipeg, MB. The salary range for this position is between $42,500-$48,000.

Job Duties/Competencies:

·       Conduct assessments of clients to determine employment needs and eligibility for MET programs and services;

·       Assess client needs through an interview process, gather information and determine eligibility, determine client training/employment readiness, career/education goals;

·       Provide clients with job search assistance, information on programs, services and community resources, referrals to counselling or community services, and labour market information;

·       Develop appropriate employment and training plans with clients and match the identified employment needs with appropriate MET programs or services;

·       Provide ongoing counselling support to clients during employment and training activities;

·       Prepare and monitor cash flows and other financial documentation for client files;

·       Research and access labour market information and job postings utilizing the Internet, local newspapers and other professional publications;

·       Establish and maintain a network of contacts with community resource programs, school divisions, training institutions, and other government programs and services.

Skills and Qualifications:

·       Post-secondary education and experience in the Social Sciences field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;

·       Minimum of two years of experience in employment/career counselling;

·       Experience facilitating presentations and workshops to client groups;

·       Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and computerized case/client management data systems;

·       Experience establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with a diverse array of partners, clients, and co-workers;

·       Strong client orientation and quality assurance skills, organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and adapt to conflicting and tight deadlines;

·       Experience working with Indigenous non-profit organizations, volunteer boards & committees is preferred;

·       Knowledge of Red River Métis culture and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,

·       Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This posting is open until filled.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date.  Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

MMF Human Resources Department

300-150 Henry Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7

Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca 

Fax to (204) 947-1816

All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca.