Employment Resource Advisor / Employment Skills Facilitator

About the role

Location: Revelstoke, BC

As an Employment Resource Advisor / Employment Skills Facilitator you will be responsible for the delivery of Competency-based Client workshops. This role involves competency-based training, which is an approach to teaching and learning used in the development of concrete skills and is an alternative to more traditional educational approaches. You will help eligible clients learn and develop the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for, find and maintain employment. 

What you’ll do

• Generate enthusiasm and excitement about the prospects of participants finding work
• Provide constant feedback regarding Participant progress and participation in workshops
• Respond to all questions, comments, and submitted assignments from workshop participants
• Ensure the facility and required equipment and materials are available and ready for use
• Support participants to achieve their greatest potential by identifying and acknowledging strengths and identifying areas in which participants can grow and discussing those with participants in a professional, respectful, and caring manner
• Stay up to date on the local labour market, community resources & government programs
• Prepare and maintain Case Management records, reports, and evaluations, as required
• Ensure confidentiality of all information
• Provide one-on-one workshops with clients dependent on need (mock interviews, resume writing)
• Provide tips on independent job search activities
• Facilitate and organize the provision of various short-term certificate and Essential Skills courses