Location/Lieu: Mississauga

Position/Poste: Employment Counsellor - Full Time

Recruiting for an Employment Counsellor formally referred to as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Duties/Fonctions:

· Accept referral and review the client documentation as provided by the referral source

· Create and maintain case files and service plans that are current and reflective of clients’ evolving needs

· Provide services to individuals with disabilities and are challenged by employment barriers

· Assist clients to identify realistic employment options through vocational assessment and exploration

· Instruct employment readiness programs in accordance with MODC and funder guidelines and standards

· Deliver program accommodating individual learning styles and abilities

· Conduct transferable skills analysis and labour market research

· Create resumes and cover letters tailored to client’s needs and employment objectives

· Support job placement services including job development, client and employer needs analysis, job site analysis and job accommodation and coordination of on the job supports

· Provide employment and motivational counseling

· Appropriate use of case management/IT systems i.e., CaMS

· Case manage services to ensure timely and cost-effective service delivery

· Achieve quality service standards for client satisfaction, timely delivery of service and employment outcomes

Qualifications/Compétences requises:

• Bachelor’s degree or Community College Diploma in Social Services
• Registered Rehabilitation Professional certification (RRP) or Registered Vocational Professional (RVP) or Return to Work Disability Manager (RTWDM) equivalent would be considered an asset
• Experience teaching and facilitating employment programs
• Sensitivity to issues/barriers that people with disabilities experience
• Familiar with current methods of employment counseling including intake and assessment, service planning, career decision making, job search, labour market research and job placement
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Well-developed time management, organization, and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, work well under pressure and meet deadlines​
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to document, maintain records and analyze and write reports
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Applications accepted until/Candidatures acceptées jusqu’au (mm/dd/yy) Ongoing

Name: Kim Herrlitz

Position: Team Leader

Address: 100-2227 South Millway Mississauga

March of Dimes Canada is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations that we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and accessibility standards across Canada, March of Dimes Canada will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable and accessible.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: One location

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