employment counsellor

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Work setting

• Community-based agency
• Employment agency services
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Persons with an intellectual disability

Tasks

• Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
• Perform administrative tasks
• Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients
• Provide consulting services to community groups and agencies, businesses, industry and other organizations involved in providing community-based career planning support or resources

Computer and technology knowledge

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

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Initiative
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer