Reporting to the Manager,
the Employment Counsellor/Case Manager is responsible for client case
management of Clearwater Employment Services (CES). This is a full time
position.
Key position
responsibilities:
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Apply and conduct accurate needs assessment of
individuals to ensure appropriate intervention planning.
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Develop, provide direction and monitor back to
work action plan with clients.
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Address
barriers to employment through referral process and / or counselling.
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Provide
counselling to clients one-on-one or in group settings assisting
clients with career decision making, skill enhancement, work search
and employment maintenance.
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Conduct initial assessment using models approved
by Manager.
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Determine
program eligibility and evaluate appropriateness for funding for a
variety of programs.
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Enter
client data into computer software and ensure timely and accurate file
management
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Facilitate
workshops and information sessions as directed by the Manager
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years post secondary education and
/ or equivalent experience and training in counselling and group
facilitation, with emphasis on job search techniques, career decision
making and/or life skills an asset.
- In depth knowledge of employment
initiatives.
- Experience with Employment Programs, either
in development of workshops or as an employment counsellor.
- Good research skills, both electronically
and other.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Effective motivational and positive
reinforcement skills.
- Must be a team player with ability to
establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and
staff.
- Skilled in the use of Internet job search,
Office 2007 and other computer software.
- Familiar with Contact IV case management
system an asset.
- Capacity to learn quickly and adapt to
changing demands.
- Career Practitioner Diploma an asset.
Please forward resume and cover letter to Jocelyn
Ansell - Manager
By Fax: 250-674-2928 or by email to
jocelyn@clearwateremployment.ca
No later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 20,
2012.
Wages
$20.00 - $22.00 per hour, (depending upon qualifications), plus
benefits.
EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
POSITIONS
COMMUNITY
NURSE CONSULT
(RN or LPN required)
Clearwater Prenatal &
Postpartum Home Visiting Program: 4-8 hours per week
Barriere & Clearwater Prenatal
Class Instructor: up to 4 sessions per year
This position is responsible
for providing home visiting staff with access to the knowledge and
expertise of a registered nurse to assist them in their service delivery
for their clients. This position will act in a supervisory role in
developing goals, strengthening support networks and reviewing
curriculum content which will contribute to the effectiveness of the
home visiting program.
Email or fax resume to:
Heather Adamson
Early Childhood Development
Programs
Yellowhead Community Services
heather.a@yellowheadcs.ca
Fax: 250-674-2676
Phone: 250-674-2600
HOME SHARE PROVIDER
Clearwater/Barriere, BC
Yellowhead Community Services is
looking for an individual or family willing to become a Home Share
Provider and welcome a man in his twenties with a developmental
disability into their home and their lives. As a home share provider,
you will provide ongoing support and guidance with building life skills,
meal preparation, personal care and use of community resources and
services. Other responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well
being of this individual and ensuring he is provided with appropriate
medical and dental care. You will also assist with nurturing positive
relationships with his friends, family and support network, encourage
integration and inclusion within the home and the community. This is a
24/7 position, however regular respite and relief will be provided.
Basic Requirements
Training and/or previous
experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or
related field.
First Aid and CPR training
Valid BC driver’s license
Criminal record check
Be willing to obtain/complete the following:
A satisfactory home study
Three letters of reference
Physician’s letter of good health
Signed declaration of confidentiality
Signed release of information
A competitive salary is available. Applications
may be mailed, faxed or emailed. Only those short-listed will be
contacted.
CONTACT:
YCS Selection Committee
612 Park Drive,
Clearwater BC V0E 1N1
Phone: 250 674-2600
Fax: 250 674-2676
Email: - info@yellowheadcs.ca
Your interest in
working at YCS is appreciated.
Only those short
listed will be contacted for an interview.
