Job Placement Consultant

VOCATIONAL COUNSELLOR

As a Vocational Counsellor, you will provide the full continuum of support to participants with disabilities seeking competitive paid employment in an integrated community setting. Working alongside in liaison with community or other referring staff, you ensure the integration of vocational skills into the workforce. You will be responsible for engagement, continuous assessment and the development and implementation of vocational plans. You provide any, or all, of a full range of supports to participants including one-to-one or group counselling, direct job marketing to potential employers, independent job search support, and onsite job coaching. Coordinate and conduct marketing and outreach activities to community agencies, organizations and employers Engage participants and establish trusting collaborative relationships directed towards the goal of competitive employment in an integrated community setting Provide onsite job coaching to ensure orientation and training to participants Provide ongoing support and training at the job site, by telephone, through one-to-one counselling and by facilitating group support meetings Assess, in conjunction with the participant, their support worker and or other appropriate professionals, the participant’s vocational functioning on an ongoing basis and facilitate the setting of appropriate vocational plans Locate job openings for people served based on their individual skills and abilities Develop self-employment strategies if it is the best option Remain current on local and regional labour market trends and the most effective job search strategies and techniques Complete reports and documentation on activities as required – employer contact spreadsheet, community development activities spreadsheet, vocational plans, progress notes, program information and records of communication with external community and personal supports Ensures the coordination of participants departure from the program, including file closures and referrals to further community, educational and training resources as needed Attend community functions and speak to local business groups Plan and deliver service delivery activities to meet the CLBC contact deliverables associated with the contract for the person served Bachelor’s degree in a health or social services field, or equivalent

• 1 year of experience working with people with disabilities (paid or volunteer)
• Experience with Marketing and Networking
• Strong community relationships to create a network with other employers in the communit
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Windows. Satisfactory criminal record and MCFD HUB clearance
• Have a valid Class 4 Driver's Licence, access to a safe and reliable vehicle and the ability to travel
• Ability to problem solve and devise creative solutions to challenges
• Ability to recognize aspects of a served person’s life that requires support and assistance
• Basic knowledge of program development and implementation
• Knowledge of all safety aspects when supporting individuals
• Ability to work shift work with flexible days and times

Pacific Coast Community Resources offers work you can feel fulfilled by through quality programs and services to people who live with disabilities that promote independence, self-growth, and community integration. We encourage you to partner with us in fostering healthy, energetic lives by showcasing your passion for care, connecting to the communities we serve and collaborating in our culture of teamwork that makes PCCR a great place to work.

On-the-job training including MANDT, JOHS, Diversity and Inclusion, Medication Safety, Confidentiality and Privacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, First Aid and CPR re-certification
Competitive Salary of $25.95- $29.76 per hour
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision care benefits package.
An inclusive, supportive work environment and community involvement
We believe that a strong commitment to diversity & inclusion enables us to truly make services better for everyone. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. At Pacific Coast Community Resources, we understand that experience comes in many forms.