Employment Placement Specialist - WorkBC Mt Currie

Seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Employment Placement Specialist atthe Work BC office in Mt Currie BC.   This role entails assisting job seekers and clients of WorkBC to access training, pursue job opportunities and become ’employment ready’.  Offering full-time, year-round hours and a starting salary in the range of $47,120 to $61,845 per year based on experience.

For a full, detailed job description, click here:  Employment Placement Specialist

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time, year-round position based in the Mt Currie office with some outreach work in Pemberton and Whistler.
• 37.5 hours a week starting immediately.
• Schedule is generally Monday to Friday 8:30am -4:30 pm
• $47,120 to $61,845 per year based on experience based on experience.
• 80 hours of paid vacation plus personal health days.
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• Equal Opportunity Employer that values Diversity, Equality & Inclusion.

The Perfect Candidate: 

• Several years of experience in an administrative position with excellent people skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral member of various teams.
• Strong administrative, 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.
• Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• CDP Certification or the ability to gain certification.
• 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.
• Motivated self-starter and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly professional in all aspects of business, presentation, and interaction with all stakeholders, clients, and Members.
• Valid class 5 BC driver’s license and use of motor vehicle, clean driver’s abstract.
• Must be able to provide a clear Criminal Record Check, including the Vulnerable Sector.

Responsibilities Include: 

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.

• 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.

Applying is Easy!

• Please apply directly with your resume to Work BC Sea to Sky here:  Easy Apply – Employment Placement Specialist Work BC
• Include a cover email or letter detailing your interest, availability and suitability for the position.
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All applications will be reviewed by the hiring company and those who are selected for an interview will be contacted by their team.  Only candidates with a valid Canadian work permit will be considered.