Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Career Coach - Disability Specialist
Posting Number 02054SA
Location Maple Ridge
Grade or Pay Level See Salary Range
Salary Range $27.50 to $32.16 per hour. Salary is based on education and
experience.
Position Type Training Group Contract Employment
Posting Type Internal/External
Regular/Temporary Contract
Employment Type Full-Time
Posting Category Training Group
Start Date 12/01/2023
End Date 11/30/2024
Day of the Week Mondays to Fridays
Shift 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and some evening shifts (occasional weekends
as required)
Work Arrangements
Full-time 1 year contract position (40 hours per week).
The primary place of work will be the Maple Ridge Work BC Centre located at
#510 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge.
What Douglas Offers
DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great
career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices
and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas
College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for
passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best
colleges even better.
The Role
Representing Douglas College at the Maple Ridge WorkBC Centre, the Disability
Career Coach plays a dynamic role working with our specialized populations and
supporting the daily operations of the Centre.
Responsibilities
Conduct Client Needs Assessments to determine the appropriate WorkBC
services and supports.
Conduct a thorough Disability Related Needs Assessment (DRENA) while
developing a positive and trusting connection with the Client.
Assess and refer for specialized assessments when needed; including
medical assessment reports Psychological and Vocational, Learning
Disability, Neuropsychological, and Functional Capacity).
Work with Client's natural support network and other community service
providers, as needed.
Assist Clients with the development of individualized action plans that
clearly outline the Client's goals, service needs, and steps to achieve
their desired employment.
Provide clients with job search and career planning assistance to build on
skills, strengths and experience.
Provide ongoing Client support including documenting Client's progress and
outcomes using the Ministry approved database.
Meet or exceed performance targets such as referrals for Customized
Employment Program, Skills Training and Client Outcomes.
Complete reports as required.
COMMUNIITY OUTREACH:
Provide outreach for case managed services as needed.
Participate in committees with the mandate of supporting Clients with
Disabilities;
Represent the Maple Ridge WorkBC Centre through participation in community
events, such as career fairs, community days, and other special events;
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
Participate in regular team meetings, strategic planning and program
review sessions as scheduled;
Perform miscellaneous duties as required.
To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and
career consulting experience;
Experience with employment counseling and programs;
Experience working within the Disability Population;
Demonstrated ability to use computer software applications including MS
Office, Database entry and ability to research information using the
Internet;
Creative and passionate about working with clients to secure sustainable
employment;
Possess strong interpersonal skills;
Knowledge of career assessment, problem solving strategies, and decision
making theories;
Knowledge of local labour market and trends;
Knowledge of WorkBC and its mandate;
Willingness to travel within Lower Mainland and reliable transportation
with valid BC Driver's License;
Satisfactory completion of a Criminal Record check including a vulnerable
population check.
Certifications considered an asset :
Career Development Practitioner;
Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor;
Rehabilitation and Disability Management;
Occupational Therapist.
Link to Full Position Profile
Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to being a workplace that is free of
discrimination, that values diversity and is representative, at all job
levels, of the communities we serve.
Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 11/06/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested applicants must submit their application and all required
documents. Please ensure your resume and cover letter clearly explains how you
meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which
you are applying.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https: // www. douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/11563
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
Yes
No
If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
Yes
No
Not Applicable
If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).
(Open Ended Question)
If you are a current/former employee/student, enter your ID number. (Type in N/A if not applicable.)
(Open Ended Question)
Are you a current or former Douglas College employee/student?
Current employee
Former employee
Current student
Former student
None of the above
How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
Douglas College Careers Site
LinkedIn
Indeed
Social Media (Facebook, Instagram)
Personal Referral
Agency Referral
Professional Association Website
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
Douglas College CareerHUB
Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
Other
Glassdoor
Please confirm that you will maintain residency in the Lower Mainland for the duration of your employment.
Yes, I confirm
No, I am not able to meet this requirement
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
References with Contact Information
