EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLOR

Employment Counsellor
Department:          Training & Employment Hub Centre
Classification:       CS-03 ($53,591.00 - $65,499.00)
Status:                   Regular Full-Time

Reporting Relationship

Will work under the direction of the Ontario Works Department Manager.

Position Summary

Will work directly with clients to provide employment and training program supports and assistance based on individual needs with an end goal of finding meaningful employment.

Essential Functions

Provides counselling and assessment procedures to identify long and short term goals, and make appropriate referrals

Works with clients to develop job search skills and career action plans

Develops annual work plan to include professional development

Maintains strict confidentiality at all times; ensure compliance with MFN personnel policy
Provides file and case management for tracking of client needs and progress

Assess client and community needs in collaboration with Training Hub Centre staff for the coordination and facilitation of workshops, information sessions and training workshops

Develops workshop curriculum, materials and resources with evaluations and follow-up

Assists with potential sponsors in the development of project proposals for submission

Understands M’Chigeeng FN and surrounding area labour market and labour force

Develops client skills inventory resource in collaboration with Hub Centre staff for employer referral staffing needs

Create networking opportunities with other First Nation communities, professionals, etc.,

Maintains statistical client data, workshops and training sessions delivered for program and funding report submissions

Maintains client file maintenance for follow-up on client progress while job searching, in training or new employment

Develops required reports for submission and makes presentations at monthly Training Hub staff meetings

Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time to assist in the promotion of the organization’s mandate

Qualifications / Requirements
Preferred Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Native Human Services or related field
Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in counselling, workshop design, delivery and facilitation

Experience working directly with individuals in the employment and training counselling services

Experience with job search procedures and activities, training interventions, file maintenance and client follow up

Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal specific employment & training needs

Experience working with Aboriginal organizations and communities

Knowledge of government program interventions, and employment and training programs

Excellent research and analytical skills and advanced word processing and internet usage

High proficiency in Microsoft office and other software applications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and time management and organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills to work well in team environments and work with clients on an individual basis

Required valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable insured vehicle

High level of confidentiality

Must have knowledge and/or experience with the culture, history and customs of the Anishnaabe

Understands and is fluent in Anishinabemowin or must be willing to learn is a strong assest

CRC required (thirty (30) days current, certified copy, or original)

Criminal Reference Check (CRC) Rationale: M’Chigeeng First Nation is in a position of trust to its band members and is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment. Applicants must have record clear and/or dated of convictions relating to fraud, drugs, assault and theft. The CRC must be current (30 days) and must be an Original.
It is mandatory for successful candidate to submit a current (30 days) CRC. Offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory CRC record.

Interested applicants please submit cover letter, resume, three (3) current (within 2 years) work-related references (2 from direct boss/supervisor/manager; 1 character/co-worker) including Education Certification to:

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EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLOR

[email protected]

c/o Human Resources

M’Chigeeng FN, P.O. Box 333

M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)

Preference will be given to Anishinabek people. For Job Description, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]