Vocational counsellor (except education Full-time Job

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Overview

Languages

English or French

Education

Bachelor's degree

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 PowerPoint

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

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Mileage paid

Other Benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Variable or compressed work week

Insight Advantage is considered to be one of the premier providers to employers, insurance companies, corporate clients and government. Insight Advantage holds service contracts with CPP-D, WSIB, ODSP and are on the Vendor of Record for OPS- Leadership Development- Career Services and Psychometric Assessment.Today, Insight Advantage delivers full-service employment placement, corporate training and vocational rehabilitation services, with staff providing services in 8 offices strategically located throughout Ontario from Windsor to Peterborough.