Employment Support Worker - Coquitlam, Canada - SHARE Family & Community Services

SHARE Family & Community Services

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Coquitlam, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary:

The Employment Support Worker works closely with job seekers to assess employment barriers, develop, and implement an Employment Action Plan.

The Employment Support Worker provides referrals, support, guidance and problem solving to clients to achieve their employment goals.

This is an HSA bargaining unit position and requires union membership.

Summary of Duties:

Work with clients to achieve Labour Market or Community Attachment including addressing any client barriers and building on client strengths through an integrated case management model. Help clients move towards developed goals.
Assess clients and ensure they are referred to appropriate interventions for employment and non

- employment related support services e.g., job search workshop, skills development training, housing, health services, parenting information and support etc.

Administer Formal Needs Assessments with clients using a variety of assessment tools
Develop and monitor Return to Work Action Plans with clients in consultation with the program supervisor and/or other team members directly supporting the client.
Assist clients to access Workshops, Training, Self-Employment, Job Development, Short-Term Training and/or Wage Subsidy support services.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

Minimum A. in a related human/social service field.
Minimum 1 year of recent related
Exceptional interpersonal, written (English language) and verbal communication skills that include listening, empathy, and motivating individuals; Ability to work with diverse clients and stakeholders
Knowledge of community resources and systemic issues such as poverty, unemployment, stigma, medications/drugs and the isolation felt by individuals with serious mental and/or other health issues.
Strong employment counselling skills and understanding of the labour market in the Lower Mainland. Up to date with the latest job search, career exploration and labour market materials.
Strong team player; Ability to work within a performancebased contract

Working Conditions:

The Employment Support Worker will work until 6:00 pm two days a week on a rotating
The Employment Support Worker may work with clients at a variety of locations.

Start date:
Immediately

Location:130 Brew Street, unit 130, Port Moody

Hours of Work:35 hours per week, 9:00-5:00 Monday to Friday

10:00-6:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays on a rotating schedule

Posting Closing Date:
July 19, 2023
Our Organization

SHARE is an accredited non-profit, independent, community-based organization providing leadership and programs in response to the social needs of the residents of the Tri-Cities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra), New Westminster and adjacent communities.

SHARE Family & Community Services exists to Connect, Engage, and Strengthen Individuals and Families.