##JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location

Maple Ridge

Salary Range

$30.91 – $33.46 per hour. Salary placement on scale based on qualifications and experience relevant to position.

The Opportunity

The Career Coach plays a dynamic role working with our specialized populations and supporting the daily operations of the Maple Ridge WorkBC Centre.

RESPONSIBILITIES**:**

KEYDUTIES:

• Conduct Client Needs Assessments to determine the appropriate WorkBC services and supports.
• Conduct a thorough Disability Related Needs Assessment (DRENA).
• Assess and refer to specialized assessments as part of a client Action Plan; (including medical assessment reports, Psychological and Vocational, Learning Disability, Neuropsychological, and Functional Capacity).
• Interpret results of the specialized assessments and recommend next steps. This may include support for long-term interventions or external referrals to appropriate community agencies.
• Work with Client’s natural support network and other community service providers, as needed.
• Assist Clients with the development and updating of individualized action plans.
• Provide ongoing Client support and guide clients through appropriate services that best meet their needs within the full continuum of WorkBC services.
• Maintain up to date documentation in ICM regarding the Client’s progress, referrals, notes, updates, outcomes and reports.
• Maintain consistent contact with clients throughout their participation in the program and monitor their need for support and services.
• Manage and respond to formal client referrals and client engagement reporting using the ICM Service Request guide.
• Meet or exceed performance targets such as referrals to Customized Employment, Skills Training and Client Outcomes.

COMMUNITYOUTREACH:

• Provide outreach for case managed services as needed.
• Participate in committees with the mandate of supporting Clients with Disabilities. Represent the Maple Ridge WorkBC Centre through participation in community events, such as career fairs, community days, and other special events.

QUALITYASSURANCE:

• Work to Training Group’s Quality Management System, ISO9001:2015 standard. Collaborate with the Training Group’s WorkBC Quality Assurance team.

ADDITIONALDUTIES:

• Participate in regular team meetings, program review and Client review sessions.

• Perform miscellaneous duties as required.

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 WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangementsfor eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefitsfor eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Planfor eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and training in the career counselling sector.

• Experience with employment counseling and programs.

• Experience working with individuals living with a disability.

• Creative and passionate about working with clients to achieve sustainable employment.

• Possess strong interpersonal skills.

• Able to engage in meaningful conversations with positive outcomes using active listening and empathy.

• Knowledge of career assessment, problem solving strategies, and decision-making theories.

• Knowledge of local labour market and trends.

• Knowledge of WorkBC and its mandate.

• Demonstrated ability to use computer software applications including MS Office, client management systems and the ability to research information using the Internet.

• Willingness to travel within Lower Mainland and reliable transportation with valid BC Driver’s License.

• Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record check including a vulnerable population check. A criminal record will not automatically result in your application for employment being denied.

Certifications considered an asset:

• Career Development Practitioner.

• Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor.

• Rehabilitation and Disability Management or

• Occupational Therapy.

Additional Information

This contract position is 40 hours per week located at the WorkBC Maple Ridge office. Working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, but will require occasional evening shifts until 6:30pm.

Posting Number

02713SA

Position Title

Career Coach – Disability & Multi-Barriered

Anticipated Start Date

05/04/2026

End Date

03/31/2027

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Yes

How To Apply

Open Date

03/13/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Maximum Number of References

4

Minimum Number of References

3

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Important Note

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site [**www.douglascollegecareers.ca].**Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying.

This position will remain open until filled.

All candidates selected for interview will need to bring original certificates and diplomas of educational credentials noted on their resume.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.