Employment Specialist | Permanent Full Time - #2079

THE ROLE:  The Employment Specialist provides pre-employment counselling, job coaching, education and advocacy support to adults with a disability. The Employment Specialist also provides transitional support, marketing to employers, and education and support to community organizations.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• Degree or Diploma in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education or a combination of relevant experience and education.
• 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a vocational setting.
• Experience in adaptive communication techniques information technology.
• Previous experience working with adults with barriers to employment.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully implement instructional and other support programs for adults.

Standard requirements of the Employment Specialist include:

• Criminal Record Check
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• Class 5 Driver’s License & vehicle required
• Business Use Insurance
• Must be willing to travel throughout the lower mainland (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, North & West Vancouver, Vancouver, Richmond)
• Valid First Aid/CPR
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification
• Demonstrated competency in English
• Computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada

WHAT WE OFFER:

•  A fully employer-paid, comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Educational and training opportunities

*This position requires Union membership.

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.