career development facilitator

Work setting

• Business and / or industry
• Community-based agency
• Employment agency services

Tasks

• Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training
• Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
• Perform administrative tasks
• Participate in fundraising activities
• Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients
• Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
• Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment
• Provide consulting services to community groups and agencies, businesses, industry and other organizations involved in providing community-based career planning support or resources
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Prepare assessment, progress, follow-up and court reports
• Identify additional / alternative services and provide referrals
• Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals
• Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counselling services, issues and methods

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• Database software

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Screening questions

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

Employment terms options

• Evening

Employment terms options

• To be determined
• Day

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available