career development practitioner

Education

• College / CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Business and / or industry
• Social service or charity agency

Tasks

• Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training
• Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
• Refer clients to the appropriate external services
• Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
• Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Large caseload
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Values and ethics
• Accurate
• Initiative
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program