Employment Counsellor - Etobicoke, Canada - Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services

Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services

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Etobicoke, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Title:
Employment Counsellor

Organization Structure:
Reports to the Programs Manager

Job Classification:
Counsellor

Job Status:
Contract until March 31, 2024

Number of Positions:1

Location:
Etobicoke

Wage:
$25.93/hour for 35 hours/week

This is a bargaining unit position.

About Polycultural

Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all.

We are a multicultural melting-pot perfectly reflecting Canada's diversity.

We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all.

With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. Serving clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.

Scope
Responsible for facilitating workshops and delivering one on one employment for eligible newcomers.

This includes the delivery of Job Search Workshop, individual employment-related counselling and assessment; solution focused counselling, information and referral provision, facilitating information sessions on employment related topics, and matching with employment-related opportunities and professional mentor.

Responsibilities

Deliver all components of the employment services to newcomers, including employment assessment, goals setting, and action plan preparation, job search workshops' facilitation, and followup
Deliver career exploration activities in a group and individually
Provide comprehensive information on the labour market, regulated professions, and trades and professional licensing
Ensure clients have mastered job search and interview skills and have developed targeted resumes and cover letters
Assist in goalsetting and action plan preparation, development, and implementation
Provide comprehensive information on the orientation to Canadian workplace culture
Markets and promotes internationallytrained professionals to employers, business community, and industry groups
Acts as a referral coach for the TRIEC Mentoring Partnership and cover all duties associated with the agreement
Recruit employers for placements and mentors for mentorship activities
Achieve the target number of successful placements
Match clients with mentors and coop activities in accordance with their career expectations and goals
Maintain strong working relations with agency programs and partner agencies
Maintain the continuous and accurate records of clients assisted and services provided in electronic database and paper files
Effectively track clients' progress and provide reports for supervisor and colleagues
Must meet targets set by the Programs Manager
Organize employment and settlementrelated materials and tools for easy access and update it regularly
Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

Adaptability

Changes behavioural style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation.

Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.

Planning & Organizing/Time Management
Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity.

Communication

Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communications, the exchange of information, and discussion on an ongoing basis.

Initiative

Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance services, avoid problems, or develop entrepreneurial opportunities.

Plans ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action.

Service

Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction.

Qualifications

A degree or diploma in Employment or Career Counselling, Education or Business, and at least three years of experience working in the employment nonforprofit sector
Excellent and superior presentation and group facilitation skills with the ability to engage and motivate others
At least three years of experience working with groups: developing and delivering presentations, seminars, and workshops
Demonstrated career and employment counselling skills
Strong knowledge of the Canadian labour market and labour market trends
Proficiency in professional recognition in Canada, N.O.C., trade certification, and professional licensing information
Competences in career and employment individual assessment and job search techniques and process
Familiarity with issues newcomers to Canada face in an urban setting and systemic barr