Job Order Detail

Description

Reporting to the Student Service Coordinator, the Job Coach provides support for students in developing their workplace skills and exploring workforce opportunities.  In performing these duties, the Job Coach aligns their work with the principles of the Indigenization Charter. They also work with business and industry to encourage their participation in the learning process. The Job Coach is responsible for:
    Actively researches employment trends and identifies potential opportunities.  
    Encourages employers to participate in workplace exposure activities.
    Plans and organizes activities to assist students in learning about careers and local employment.
    Liaises with employers to interpret employer needs, communicate objectives of workforce exposure project and student expectations.
    Develops a working relationship with students to learn their career interests, ascertain barriers, and encourage participation in workplace exposure activities.
    Organizes work placements and ensures agreements with all parties are in place.
    Monitors progress, coaches students during work placements and provides required reports.
    Prepares and assists students looking for paid employment.
    Develops and facilitates workshops to prepare students for entering the workforce.
    Collaborates with College staff and partners to facilitate achievement of program objectives, improve the quality of programs and enhance the Colleges effectiveness and image.
    Maintains accurate records in accordance with North West College requirements.
    Other Duties as assigned