Employment Support Worker

Résumé du poste

The Employment Support Worker assesses client barriers and develops personalized Employment Action Plans to help individuals achieve their career goals. They provide ongoing guidance, referrals to support services, and monitor progress through an integrated case management model.

Détails du poste

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. 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 performance-based contract. Closing Date: Posting will remain open until filled. Start Date: As soon as possible Location: Foundry Tricities Hours of work: 35 hours per week. (Some evenings may be required) Contract end date: One year from start date SHARE recognizes the systemic discrimination that Black, Indigenous, Persons of Colour and many other groups have historically experienced, and continue to face in our society, and in our community. SHARE is committed to being an inclusive, welcoming and unbiased employer and service provider. Further, we are encouraging members of these communities to apply for this position. Please feel free to let us know if you carry any of these identities. 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. To learn more about SHARE Family & Community Services: watch this video https://vimeo.com/316966573 Visit our website at https://sharesociety.ca/

Ce que vous ferez

The Employment Support Worker assesses client barriers and develops personalized Employment Action Plans to help individuals achieve their career goals. They provide ongoing guidance, referrals to support services, and monitor progress through an integrated case management model.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related human or social service field and have at least one year of recent related experience. Strong interpersonal, communication, and counselling skills are required, along with a solid understanding of the local labour market and community resources.

Compétences indiquées

• Travail d’équipe · Souhaitée
• written communication · Souhaitée
• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• case management · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Employment counselling
• Case management
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Empathy
• Motivating individuals
• Labour market knowledge
• Career exploration
• Problem solving
• Needs assessment
• Teamwork
• Performance-based contract management
• Support Services
• Needs Assessment
• Case Management
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Labor Economics
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Written English

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Human Resources
• Education
• Employment Support Specialist
• Case Worker
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers