Workplace Communications/Career Coach

Location Various Douglas College Campuses/Satellite Campuses Salary Range $31.53 – $34.13 per hour. Salary placement on scale based on qualifications and experience relevant to position. 35 hours per week The Opportunity The Workplace Communication / Career Coach contributes to the success of Douglas College and its community of learners. They are primarily responsible, as part of the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants’ team, to provide individualized employment assistance and workplace communication strategies through case management and group workshops. With improved workplace communication skills, participants will be better able to find, keep and progress at work in their field of expertise. The intent of the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants initiative is to improve employment outcomes for Skilled Immigrants in BC by leveraging their pre-arrival skills and qualifications which thereby contributes to higher earnings and facilitates progress towards re-credentialing where appropriate. This, in turn, benefits the BC labour market. The Communication / Career Coach will provide 1-1 coaching to internationally educated post-secondary educators, community social services or ECE teachers who are enrolled with the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program at Douglas College. The goal is to provide extensive practice so that clients gain confidence in their communication skills to look for, find and maintain employment in their professional field. Responsibilities Meet with and conduct needs assessment to determine individual client learning needs specific to their goal occupation; Provide ongoing case management services to clients either online or in-person to meet client needs; Prepare student-centred learning activities and assignments for 1-1 and group settings both face to face and online (BlackBoard and/or MS Teams); Support clients with tailored resumes/cover letters, interview practice and scenario-based activities to introduce clients to occupationally focused situations they will encounter when looking for work and post-employment; Conduct client marketing, recruitment and pre-screening in coordination with team mates. Report and track participant outcomes and activities with accuracy; Establish priorities, set and meet deadlines; Adapt to constantly changing requirements and work well under pressure; Develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, program participants, community service providers and employers. Who We Are Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better. Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments. What It Takes To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline; Evidence of 3 to 5 years’ experience in employment services ideally supporting skilled immigrants; Experience delivering topics on Canadian workplace culture and career management practices using your current labour market knowledge across a range of industry sectors; Knowledge creating and teaching in an online environment. E.g. MS Teams, Blackboard; Knowledge or training in Skills for Success (Essential Skills); Proven ability to work independently using effective organizational skills; Advanced proficiency in internet research, Microsoft Office, and social media; Excellent team player with ability to calmly handle changing circumstances; Ability to adjust to a flexible schedule. Satisfactory completion of a criminal records check. A criminal record will not automatically result in your application for employment being denied. Additional Information This contract position is 35 hours per week. Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:00pm,

The role involves providing individualized employment assistance and workplace communication coaching to skilled immigrants through case management and workshops. Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, creating learning activities, and supporting clients with resumes and interview practice.

Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of experience in employment services, specifically supporting skilled immigrants. Proficiency in online teaching tools like MS Teams and Blackboard, as well as knowledge of Canadian workplace culture, is required.

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• Case Management
• Employment Assistance
• Workplace Communication Strategies
• Career Coaching
• Needs Assessment
• Curriculum Development
• Resume Writing
• Interview Preparation
• Client Recruitment
• Online Teaching
• Microsoft Office
• Internet Research
• Social Media
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Skills For Success

• Education
• Social Services
• Human Resources
• Consulting
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable