FTE/Hours of Work: 0.8 FTE Indefinite Term (31 hrs/week)
Start Date: ASAP
Employee Group: Non-Management
Classification: Non-Union
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Job Posting Number: N195-0829
Are you a retired teacher looking for a new challenge? Or someone looking to get back into the workforce after some time away? We are presently recruiting an Employment Facilitator to join our team in a part-time indefinite term. This position offers a wide variety of responsibilities as part of a great team and a career pathway into the broader Eden organization.
Position Summary:
The Employment Facilitator for the JUMP (Job EdUcation and Mentorship) Program supports and assists clients in overcoming barriers to increase their employability and obtain paid employment. This takes place through conducting client intakes, assessment and planning, facilitating group workshops and individual career counselling sessions. Additionally, this individual will arrange work experience opportunities and work closely with both the participant and employer to ensure workplace success. This position works collaboratively with other program staff and is responsible for program reporting, case management and inputting data into a client management system.
Qualifications:
• Post-Secondary certification/education in employment, social services, mental health and/or education OR a relevant combination of education, training and experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of employment barriers and experience working with various client groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated facilitation experience, specifically delivering workshops on personal development, professional skills development or job search.
• Previous work or volunteer experience building relationships, supporting goal development, communicating, listening and problem solving with clients.
• Must be able to work independently, be self-directed in managing a caseload and possess strong case management skills.
• Knowledge of and experience working with other social service agencies and related government departments is an asset.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with SPRS or a client management system is an asset.
• Ability to provide a satisfactory provincial criminal record check, child and adult abuse registry check is a requirement of this role.
Funding Provided by:
• The Government of Canada
• The Manitoba Government
• Eden Foundation
As this is a term position, it is subject to end within 48 hours’ notice. A longer notice period will be honoured where feasible. Complete job description available upon request. Eden welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Applicants may submit their resume to: edenhr@edenhealth.mb.ca.