EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE:

• completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business/ Social Work and/or a related discipline and/or the equivalent of education, training, experience and certification;
• knowledge of issue and challenges faced by the project’s priority groups: Aboriginal, Persons with Disabilities, Women, and Immigrants and Newcomers; and
• knowledge of community resources in Metro Vancouver that help to address the diverse needs of targeted populations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• fluent in English, second language preferred;
• strong marketing and promotional skills;
• strong ability to work with minimum supervision
• strong computer and analytical skills coupled with high degree of accuracy;
• excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff and stakeholders;
• ability to work with diverse individuals with complex needs;
• able to accomplish tasks with deadlines & handle stress and pressure; and
• willing to take initiative, action & results-oriented, flexible and dedicated to quality work.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• a Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle would be an asset; and
• clean Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector).
  How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume, stating salary expectations.
  (PICS is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all who apply, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.)
  Job Type: Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 9 months
  Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 35 per week

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In perso

• recruit and assess potential participants; make referrals to project partners or other service providers as appropriate;
• support project staff to liaise with employers and industry representatives to explore; potential employment opportunities for participants and adopt the Skills for Success Model;
• guide and support participants with career planning, skills development, and wrap around services using a case management approach;
• facilitate a variety of workshop topics, including career exploration, job search and employment maintenance skills and Skills for Success;
• support participants with refining job search tools, networking, interview skills, resume and cover letter writing, etc;
• coach participants to move through all components of the program and achieve mutually agreed upon goals; and
• perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to time.