About this role
Education: Bachelor's degree. Mental and social health services and allied professions, other. Vocational rehabilitation counselling/counsellor. or equivalent experience. Tasks: Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training . Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals. Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems. Refer clients to the appropriate external services. Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews. Perform administrative tasks. Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them. Counsel clients, provide therapy and mediation services, and facilitate group sessions. Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients. Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information. Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment. Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization. Provide consulting services to community groups and agencies, businesses, industry and other organizations involved in providing community-based career planning support or resources. Conduct vocational testing and psychometric assessment. Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals. Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals. Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counselling services, issues and methods. Conduct research. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Computer and technology knowledge: Electronic medical records. MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Windows. MS Word. Area of work experience: Community service organization. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Vulnerable sector check. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Large caseload. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Excellent oral communication. Values and ethics. Accurate. Initiative. Organized. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Day. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Mileage paid. Pension plan. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits. Team building opportunities. Parking available.