Employment Resources Facilitator

Seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Employment  Resources Facilitator to represent the Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) at the Work BC office in Squamish, BC.  This role entails assisting job seekers and clients of WorkBC to access training, pursue job opportunities and become ’employment ready’.

For a full, detailed job description, click here:  Employment Resources Facilitator

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Full-time until March 31, 2027 with a possible extension.
• 37.5 hours a week starting immediately.
• Monday to Friday,  Mon or Tues will be a 10-6 shift instead of 8:30-4:30 pm
• $22.90-$25.20 per hour, based on experience.
• 105 hours of vacation and 35 hours of personal leave.
• Extended health and dental benefits within a month of joining.
• Annual Health and Lifestyle Spending Account of $500 to support your well-being and personal wellness (prorated).
• Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution; Optional employee RRSP contribution at 15% with employer contribution up to 5%.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Equal Opportunity Employer that values Diversity, Equality & Inclusion.

The Perfect Candidate: 

• Diploma in human services or instruction and two years of recent, related experience in instruction and/or providing job-search assistance or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the local labour market trends and employment placement opportunities in BC.
• Must pass a criminal record background check.
• Fluency in a second language an asset.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate clients and/or program participants to learn skills and acquire employment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage a varied client load, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge and familiarity with educational methodologies and instructional techniques for adults.
• Ability to work in a flexible environment and to work independently. Advanced MS Office and database skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and problem solve.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and productive relationships with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Market employment and training programs to prospective clients (job seekers) and employers and develops related promotional materials.
• Conduct orientations, information sessions, pre-screen, and evaluate client eligibility for programs and services.
• Support clients to enroll in government required registration.
• Provide clients with information regarding available resources within the community, refers to other programs and services as required, and monitors enrollment/progress in those programs.
• Provide support, direction, and regular contact to clients utilizing the Resource Centre.
• Ensure clients utilizing the Resource Centre have access to current and updated job search resources and job leads.
• Support and follow-up clients in their self-marketing job search.  Liaises with the program funder, internal staff, and stakeholders to provide and receive information that supports clients/student’s ability to achieve their goals.
• Teach student/client and provide coaching using a variety of instructional methodologies to enable the development of skills necessary for increased employability and/or personal independence.
• Assist clients to become job-ready by arranging for short-term training.  Share employment and training program (s) to prospective clients and employers and develops related promotional materials.
• Formally evaluate students/clients in areas such as technical and interpersonal skill development; provides student/clients with feedback and prepares progress reports.
• Provide ongoing assessment and evaluation of student/client skill acquisition.
• Complete and maintain related records and documentation such as student evaluations, attendance records, schedules, waitlists, and job placement results.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Applying is Easy!

• Please apply directly with your resume to Alice Wong at ISSof BC  @ alice.wong@issbc.org
• Include a cover email or letter detailing your interest, availability and suitability for the position.
• For some resume tips visit:  www.squamish-jobs.com/resume_tips/

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.