QUALIFICATIONS

• Related education and experience working with youth in employment
• Career Development Practitioner Certification
• High level of verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Experience placing youth in work experience and working with employers
• Experience planning and facilitating group sessions to youth
• Criminal Record Check including vulnerable sector
• Class 5 Drivers License with business insurance and use of own vehicle, with reimbursement
• Occupational First Aid – Level 1
• Excellent computer skills and administrative capability

• Deliver group session material tailored to participants’ learning styles, employment readiness or specialized needs.
• Support the Foundry Surrey team with tasks, activities and fieldtrips.
• Complete case notes and administrative tasks as per contract, keeping track of all outside appointments and follow-ups, track attendance and progress towards program goals.
• Provide job search support to participants via: online platforms, phone, text, email and one to one meetings that are virtual or in-person.
• Provide referrals to other community support services as required.
• Coach and support participants effectively in a way that facilitates independence and self-sufficiency.
• Tailor and adjust the work experience in order to meet the individual needs of the participants.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and staff and participate in team efforts.
• Collaborate with employers regarding participant progress during their employment.
• Liaise with referring agencies and other professionals as required.
• Promote and market the program to community partners and deliver information sessions to recruit future participants.
• Work effectively with others in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment.
• Participates in committees, task groups, continuing education and community initiatives as appropriate.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required.