Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Community Liaison
Posting Number 01827SA
Location See Work Arrangements
Grade or Pay Level -
Salary Range DOE
Position Type Training Group Contract Employment
Posting Type Internal/External
Regular/Temporary Contract
Employment Type Full-Time
Posting Category Training Group
Start Date 05/01/2023
End Date 09/29/2023
Day of the Week Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
Shift N/A
Work Arrangements
This temporary five-month full-time position will support the Career Paths for
Skilled Immigrants program at Douglas College as it experiences a period of
high activity. The position will be based in Burnaby Training Centre however
travel between offices is required.
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
The Community Liaison role is to support applicant screening and intake
activities while also building relationships with employers for the Career
Paths Stream 1 Health and Education & Social Services programs. They will also
work closely with core staff to develop and support guest speaker engagements
relevant to client needs within specific occupational groups served.
Responsibilities
The Community Liaison will:
Assist with program marketing, recruitment and applicant screening;
Assist in moderating information sessions;
Plan, organize and support guest speakers including occupational specific
subject matter experts, regulatory body or professional association
representatives or employers;
Provide technical assistance during workshops or guest speaker activities;
Provide coverage for team members including facilitation for in class
sessions as needed;
Participate in regular program team meetings;
Review client outcomes against performance targets, contribute strategies
to ensure program targets are met, participate in strategic planning and
program review sessions as scheduled;
Provide backup case management as needed which includes 1-1 assessment,
action planning and follow up to support clients on pathway to licensure
and/or employment the same or similar occupation to that which they held
pre-landing;
Foster positive, productive working relationships and work collaboratively
to contribute to a positive work environment based on mutual respect;
Participate in Training Group's Quality Management System;
Perform other duties as assigned.
To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of
education, training and marketing experience;
Minimum two years' experience in employment services with evidence of
having planned and organized employer events and guest workshops;
Knowledge of current local and provincial labour market information and
options for skilled immigrant job seekers;
Demonstrated understanding of the barriers facing skilled immigrant job
seekers within the Career Paths Stream 1 occupations served;
Able to identify and address client needs;
Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills;
Demonstrated ability to meet targeted outcomes;
Strong organizational and time management skills;
Proven ability to network with employers, business and industry and
through professional associations;
Advanced digital technology proficiency;
Proven ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary
team with capacity to take initiative and calmly handle changing
circumstances;
Travel within the Lower Mainland is required: access to a vehicle and
valid BC Driver's license or reliable alternative transportation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Career Development Practitioner
Link to Full Position Profile
Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable
learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all
people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity,
including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of
colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as
women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities
and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and
parental status.
Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 04/06/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents
online. Please ensure your resume 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/10569
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)
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
Are you a current or former Douglas College employee/student?
Current employee
Former employee
Current student
Former student
None of the above
If you are a current/former employee/student, enter your ID number. (Type in N/A if not applicable.)
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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