Job Order Detail

Description

South Saskatchewan Independent Living (SSILC) is looking for two Employment Facilitators to become part of our team! If you are interested in working in a rewarding, fun, friendly environment.read on!

The Employment Facilitator, reporting directly to the Employment Services Manager, is responsible for assisting a caseload of consumers to move through the Labour Market Services Employment Dimensions to achieve the employment goals identified in their career action plan.

We need someone who will brings personal and professional values consistent with the Independent Living (IL) philosophy, along with knowledge, skills and abilities developed through life experiences as a person with a disability and/or an awareness of issues experienced by persons with disabilities that impact employability and self-sufficiency.

Position Highlights
- Assess the impacts of disability, including identifying appropriate supports and accommodations
- Achieve the goals identified in their career action plans using measurable milestones, timelines and steps
- Develop essential workplace skills, as applicable, in basic literacy, numeracy, computer and document use, problem solving and communication and customer service skills
- Gain knowledge of labour market demands and develop plans to improve work skill sets
- Learn how to navigate the job search process with the goal of obtaining employment
- Research, develop and deliver employment classes
- Provide disability awareness and support to employers
- Access community supports as needed

Qualifications
- University Bachelor's Degree
- Reality Therapy/Choice Theory accreditation and/ or equivalent is an asset
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to use MS office, internet and e-mail
- The successful candidate will be required to provide a current Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector