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Career Counsellor - Fluent in ASL (American Sign Language)

Career Counsellor - Fluent in ASL (American Sign Language)

Lifemark764 Edmonton Mira, Edmonton, AB, CA
Il y a plus de 30 jours
Description de poste

Career Counsellor - Fluent in ASL (American Sign Language)

Based in Edmonton, AB, the Career Counsellor, fluent in ASL (American Sign Language) will be responsible for working with clients to assess skills, organize and facilitate training, identify training and / or employment opportunities, and assist clients with their job search activities. A successful candidate will have experience developing career plans, be knowledgeable in working with vulnerable populations, be comfortable facilitating and instructing in a group-learning setting, be familiar with the Alberta labour market, and be able to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Duties / Responsibilities

  • Providing career and employment counselling to vulnerable populations
  • Facilitating essential skills, employment preparation, and occupational skills workshops
  • Conducting assessments to determine employment history, education and experience, and transferable skills and employment barriers
  • Completing resumes, cover letters, and mock interviews
  • Conducting labour market research
  • Ensuring sustainability in job placement; providing direct support to participants and employers to maintain employment
  • Assessing and addressing individual needs, barriers, and complexities and developing and managing service plans
  • Connecting participants with appropriate community resources available through the Government of Alberta, Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers
  • Timely report writing in accordance with current templates, guides, standards and processes
  • Record keeping and maintaining paper and electronic files

Minimum Qualifications

  • Fluency in ASL (American Sign Language)
  • University Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Social Sciences or related field, including Kinesiology, Community Rehabilitation, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychology, Social Work, Education, etc.
  • The designation, working towards designation or willingness / eligibility to obtain any of the following : Canadian Certified Rehabilitation Counsellors (CCRC), Certified Rehabilitation Counsellor (CRC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), or Registered Rehabilitation Professional (RRP), alongside membership the Vocational Rehabilitation Association in Canada considered highly advantageous.
  • Career and employment counselling and job development / placement required.
  • An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity
  • Candidates should have a strong understanding of the Alberta labour market and educational programming opportunities
  • Case management experience is an asset
  • Sensitivity to learning limitations that may be present with participants
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills
  • Knowledgeable with social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as key job search sites including Glassdoor, Indeed, and CareerBuilder for job searching and applications
  • Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Security background check required
  • Apply online today!

    Inclusion

    We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups : Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

    Accommodation

    Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at  talent  at