Resource Centre Advisor / Employment Consultant

Location: Chetwynd	Status:  Open
Hours: 35 hrs (Monday – Friday)	Date Posted: October 16 2024
Starting Date:  ASAP	Competition Closing Date:  When filled
Wage: $23 – 26 based on experience	Program:  WorkBC

Resource Centre Advisor / Employment Consultant

 

As the initial point of contact for clients and employers accessing our services, the Resource Centre Advisor / Employment Consultant (RCA / EC) is a key member of the Horton Ventures Inc. WorkBC team.

Duties:

• Assists with office opening and closing procedures and maintains safety and security of clients and client information within the centre.
• Handles reception duties, including a busy switchboard, public inquiries, client registrations, and booking appointments.
• Assists employers with job postings and services, including promoting employment opportunities on social media in weekly videos.
• Assesses potential clients’ program eligibility for the WorkBC program and provides service information to clients.
• Develops monthly workshop schedules and facilitates them for both self-serve and case-managed clients.
• Manage assigned client case files in a primary information system (ICM), including documentation of client eligibility, client progress and results (both self-serve and case managed clients).
• Creates mutually agreed upon Action Plans and subsequent revisions as required in support of the long-term employment and retention success of the client.
• Maintains up to date client information and progress (including client rationale) in ICM ensuring the current, complete, and accurate documentation of all communications with participant are completed in a timely manner.
• Refers, community resources and government assistance programs.

 

 

Skills:

• Ability to facilitate workshops and be comfortable with social media
• Experience in, and the ability to, successfully coach and mentor clients from diverse backgrounds and life experience to gain effective job search tools and strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong technology skills with the ability to learn new platforms, such as government database (ICM), SharePoint, use of Microsoft Office with the ability to create Word documents
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Adherence to confidentiality and professional codes of conduct

Required:

• Criminal Record Vulnerable Sector check is required if hired.
• Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent combination of education and experience.

About Horton Ventures Inc.:

 

Horton Ventures Inc. was created in 2006 to deliver high quality, professional employment services. Delivering the WorkBC program, we support and assist thousands of British Columbians to prepare for, find, and keep sustainable employment; connect to the labour market and other community resources, as well as help employers to find and retain skilled employees.

 

As a company, Horton Ventures Inc. is proud to offer:

 

• Extended health and dental benefits packages
• Flex-time for full time employees
• Accelerated vacation entitlement
• Employee appreciation rewards
• Company paid professional development (through webinar, courses, conferences, and more)

 

 

How to Apply:

 

Individuals are requested to submit a targeted cover letter and resume by email to Human Resources, Horton Ventures Inc.:

 

hr@hortonventures.com

 

In the subject line please indicate the name and location of the position for which you are applying.

 

Horton Ventures Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to the principles of an inclusive workplace, ensuring our company supports and reflects the diverse populations in our catchments.  We encourage women, LGTBQ2, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visual minorities to apply.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Thank you for your interest in joining our team!