1. EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANT
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in either or both areas
of Human Resources and Social and Community work, focused on case
management, life-coaching, strategic employer relations and Job
Development. The Employment Consultant will be responsible for
counseling clients receiving services including persons with disabilities,older
workers and others experiencing multiple barriers to employment.
They will assist in the development and implementation of a Work
Employment Action Plan for each transitional employee using a case
management model. The Employment Counsellor will also consult with and
provide documentation and support to referral sources and other members of
the multidisciplinary team. In addition, they will prepare clients for
employment through the facilitation of workshops, and the outreach and
sourcing of potential employers to secure employment opportunities.
The successful candidate will have a proven record of marketing strategies to
attract employers as well as job coaching skills for their client base.
Job Responsibilities:
Conducts an employment assessment with each client including needs
and risk assessment, an implementation plan, and follow-up as it relates
to employment goals.
Consult with employers to find employment, placement and training
opportunities that exist within a given organization.
Aid clients in the development of appropriate work habits, behaviors,
and attitudes suitable for the workplace.
Ensures that employer contracts and employee training development
plans are established.
2. Assist with pre-employment and job maintenance issues such as
interview preparation and conflict resolution in the workplace.
Determine and assess clients who require job coaching and or
continuous support throughout their employment.
Facilitates, develops, and evaluates group/individual training regarding
pre-employment and job maintenance issues. Provides quality
assurance regarding assigned tasks to ensure compliance with program
standards.
