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The Regina Work Preparation Centre (Work Prep) is a nonprofit, charitable, community based organization helping people look for, find, and maintain work. Work Prep is looking for an energetic and creative people-person who will:
- deliver person-centered services within a flexible and responsive team environment;
- provide vocational counselling in a combination of group based and one-on-one supports that will assist individuals with recent involvement in the criminal justice system to successfully participate in the labor market.
The successful candidate will:
-have an aptitude for assessing needs and supporting clients to identify their individual goals and strengths, develop a career action plan and overcome barriers to success;
-have a strong understanding of the principles and practice related to career and employment services that are culturally sensitive and meet our target population's job search needs.
-be able to build relationships and collaborate with allied agencies in the Ministry of Justice.
We are looking for the following education and experience:
-postsecondary degree or certification in Adult Education, Social Work or a relevant Social Science
-minimum two years related experience
-combination of education and experience may be considered
-Motivational Interviewing Level 1 &2 or willingness to acquire
-Reality Therapy/Choice Theory Certificate or willingness to acquire
-valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
-able to accommodate work outside of normal business hours
We are an employment equity employer and encourage First Nations and Metis applicants to apply.
Work Prep offers a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a full time position.
Please submit your resume and cover letter by June 7, 2016 to Kathy Palmer, Program Manager at kpalmer@workprep.ca.