Career Advisor - Edmonton, Canada - Prospect Human Services

Prospect Human Services

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position
Career Advisor

Location
Edmonton, AB

Type
Full Time

Break Barriers. Employ Change.
Prospect helps people get jobs. We're a not-for-profit and registered charity, so while the bottom line can't be ignored, it's not our priority. Clients are.

Recognizing that not everyone learns in the same way, our methods include art and the great Alberta outdoors as tools.

We help young and old, people changing industries, recent immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, and everyday Albertans who feel that the job search process has become daunting.

If that sounds good to you, let's get to work

What will you do?
You will help Albertans make good career choices and fulfill their employment goals.

You will evaluate needs, provide coaching, help participants explore new opportunities, and maintain a Yoda-like wisdom about the labour market and best practices.

Career Advising

Conduct interviews with clients to complete career and employment assessments and obtain relevant information; this includes assessment of job search skills, knowledge, and job readiness to establish action plans towards employment
Complete and enter Employability Assessments into government data management system
Coordinate career coaching sessions to identify gaps and create action plans in collaboration with other service providers within Prospect
Utilize assessment tools when needed; assist clients in analyzing and synthesizing career exploration information
Provide ongoing communication with internal staff in regards to status of clients and their service plans including revisions, updates, and completion
Monitor client satisfaction
Facilitate workshops based on defined schedules and demand

Resource Coordination

Communicate current information to applicable team members on labour market and career development trends and best practices
Track caseloads, workshops, and assessment tools and maintains client information in files, records, stats, and reports
Book ongoing career advising meetings

Community Relations

Remain active within a network that includes other career development/career transition professionals, recruiters, workforce planners, learning and development/training specialists, postsecondary program advisors, and HR professionals to stay current on employment trends and activities, best practices and professional development opportunities

What does it take to do this job?

Postsecondary education in a relevant program. A Career Development professional designation is an asset
Experienced in a similar role working with clients from varying populations (i.e., military, youth, people with disabilities, people with a wide range of mental health challenges)
Experienced in preemployment and essential skill development knowledge, such as: job search techniques to tap into the hidden job market; resume and cover letter development; identifying transferable skills; and interviewing skills and techniques to prepare clients
Innovative with the ability to take initiative
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
Experience with Sales Force is an asset
Professional, driven, charismatic, reliable, and confident individual who thrives under pressure

Further Notes:

All employees must pass a background check
All employees must be flexible to work from the office as well as from home based on the evolving Covid19 situation and program needs
Prospect has a comprehensive onboarding program and supports professional development goals

Enthusiastic
Prospect approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm. We drive change with energy, optimism and commitment. Anyone who walks through our doors can feel the positive energy.

Professional
In every facet of our work, our actions show a commitment to professional management and service delivery. Prospect is accountable, ethical and honest.

Innovative
Prospect creates change by envisioning the end game and creating the means to realize it. We believe

asking "why not?" aids progress. Solutions are created when we think beyond traditional boundaries.

Inclusive
Prospect is driven to achieve equal access for all to opportunities and resources.

We strive to create a fair, healthy and high-performing environment where everyone is respected, encouraged and motivated, and their contributions help Prospect attain its goals.

Collaborative
Prospect seeks different perspectives. All parties must be engaged, including for-profit, not-for-profit, funders and government. Only by understanding all points of view can we create inclusive workplaces.