Conduct assessments of clients to determine employment needs and eligibility for MET programs and services;
Assess client needs through an interview process, gather information and determine eligibility, determine client training/employment readiness, career/education goals;
Provide clients with job search assistance, information on programs, services and community resources, referrals to counselling or community services, and labour market information;
Develop appropriate employment and training plans with clients and match the identified employment needs with appropriate MET programs or services;
Provide ongoing counselling support to clients during employment and training activities;
Prepare and monitor cash flows and other financial documentation for client files;
Research and access labour market information and job postings utilizing the Internet, local newspapers and other professional publications;
Establish and maintain a network of contacts with community resource programs, school divisions, training institutions, and other government programs and services.
Skills and Qualifications:
Post-secondary education and experience in the Social Sciences field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
Minimum of two years of experience in employment/career counselling;
Experience facilitating presentations and workshops to client groups;
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and computerized case/client management data systems;
Experience establishing and maintaining solid working relationships with a diverse array of partners, clients, and co-workers;
Strong client orientation and quality assurance skills, organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and adapt to conflicting and tight deadlines;
Experience working with Indigenous non-profit organizations, volunteer boards & committees is preferred;
Knowledge of Métis culture and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
