Job Preparation Placement Counsellor

at  vpi inc

VPI is a Service Provider for Employment Ontario, which is funded by the Ontario Government to support jobseekers and employers. VPI has been delivering employment programs for more than 30 years. We are based in Mississauga and have 17 branches across Southern Ontario. Our organizational values rest on 4-pillars which are Ethics, Passion, Innovation, and Courage which support the desire and passion to make a positive and sustainable impact for the individuals we serve.
VPI Employment Services embraces and encourages inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices and creating a work environment that encourages and supports our team members be their authentic selves.
We are seeking out individuals who have the passion and drive to make a positive and sustainable impact for the individuals we serve. Providing exceptional client experience; creating an environment where clients feel safe, heard, supported, and see progression with skill development, and life stabilization support, leading to sustainable employment and career development.
We are looking for a Permanent Full-time, Job Preparation Placement Counsellor for our Richmond Hill branch.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving
• Active Listening Skills
• Rapport Building
• Time Management/Multi-tasking skills
• Organizational Skills
• Information gathering skills.
• Comfortable with technology, ever-improving processes, and efficiencies.
• Possess integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-confidence/Resilience
• Judgement/Decision making.
• Ability to build lasting professional relationships with employers and job seekers.
• Self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• Initiative
• Communication
• Outgoing and enjoy getting to know other businesses and how their needs and our services can align that bring mutual value.
• Comfortable with managing targets
  If you are invited to an interview and require accommodation at any stage in the process, please notify us by clicking here. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Please refer the Job description for details