At a Glance
- Tasks: Help clients achieve career goals through assessments and tailored support.
- Company: Dynamic social service agency focused on empowering individuals.
- Benefits: Mileage compensation, paid training, and team-building opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with frequent travel and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your counselling skills.
- Qualifications: 2-3 years of experience in vocational counselling and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
- Overview
- Languages
- English or French
Education
- College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
Experience
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
- Work setting
- Business and/or industry
- Relocation costs not covered by employer
- Various locations
- Social service or charity agency
- Vocational rehabilitation
Responsibilities
- Tasks
- Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training
- Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient’s outcomes
- 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
- Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them
- 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
- Provide established workers with information and strategies for dealing with job dissatisfaction, making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions
- Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization
- Prepare assessment, progress, follow-up and court reports
- Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals
Experience and specialization
- Target audience
- Persons with a disability
- Computer and technology knowledge
- MS Excel
- MS Outlook
- MS Power Point
- MS Windows
- MS Word
- Additional information
- Security and safety
- Bondable
- Enhanced reliability security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Vulnerable sector check
- Transportation/travel information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- 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
Benefits
- Financial benefits
- Mileage paid
- Other Benefits
- Learning/training paid by employer
- Team building opportunities
- Variable or compressed work week
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Vocational Counsellor in Hamilton employer: Insight Advantage
As a vocational counsellor with our organization, you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment that prioritizes employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking employment assistance. With frequent travel across various locations, you'll enjoy the diversity of experiences while being part of a team that values collaboration and client-focused solutions.
We think you need these skills to ace Vocational Counsellor in Hamilton
Communication Skills
Time Management
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Organizational Skills
Teamwork
Flexibility
