Vocational Counsellor – Casual

Job summary

Supports adults with developmental disabilities in exploring vocational interests and developing job readiness skills. Implements and monitors training plans across various work settings to meet social and daily living goals.

Job details

Job Description The Vocational Counsellor supports adults with developmental disabilities to explore their vocational interests. Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates training plans in a variety of work settings designed to meet vocational, social and daily living goals of persons served. Delivers one on one and group activities that develop job readiness, vocational skills, and on the job training and support. Evening and/or weekend work is often required. Activities may require a moderate (higher than other program positions) level of physical fitness. What you will bring: Demonstrated ability to teach skills, provide individual client support, and leadership. Knowledge of theory, values and practices in community living. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Competent computer skills preferably experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Demonstrated ability to work alone and unsupervised, as well as part of a team. Demonstrated exceptional time and general management skills. Knowledge of principles and practices in the employment sector and supporting legislation (such as Employment Standards) Requirements of the job: Diploma in Human/Social Services Field or equivalent experience WCB approved First Aid and CPR certification Driver’s license and own vehicle Three month’s experience delivering similar services Additional information: This shift operates on a flex shift on a casual basis and will be subject to change based on client needs. These hours may vary subject to client employment needs and may include evenings and weekends. This position is open to all qualified applicants and requires Union membership As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous people, racialized persons, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and all those with diverse lived experiences. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible with accommodations available upon request. If you need support during the application or Interview process, please reach out we will make every effort that your needs are met.

What you’ll do

Supports adults with developmental disabilities in exploring vocational interests and developing job readiness skills. Implements and monitors training plans across various work settings to meet social and daily living goals.

Requirements

Requires a diploma in Human/Social Services or equivalent experience along with First Aid and CPR certification. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, a vehicle, and at least three months of similar service delivery experience.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Microsoft · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• social services · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Vocational Counselling
• Client Support
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• Employment Standards Knowledge
• Training Plan Development

Job areas

• Social Services
• Education
• Healthcare