Selections Career Support Services is a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to individuals with disabilities and other barriers by assisting them in finding and maintaining opportunities for employment and volunteering. After four decades of serving individuals in the Edmonton area, the heart of Selections' vision is the conviction that every individual possesses an abundance to offer their community. Selections strives to provide holistic services designed to support individuals to live fulfilling, enriched, and inclusive lives. Learn more about Selections at .

Selections offers a dynamic and supportive team environment that values inclusion, innovation, empowerment and advocacy, a competitive compensation package, training opportunities, team and employee engagement events, autonomy to set up daily schedules, in addition to guaranteed vacation, personal and sick days. By joining Selections you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.

About the role:

The Job Development Specialist (JDS) is responsible for helping individuals we support attain a work or volunteer position. The JDS will assist a caseload of individuals to find career exploration opportunities, develop their resume and cover letter, complete job search, interview preparation and placement. Additionally, the JDS is responsible for developing new relationships and alliances through networking, providing presentations, and information sessions. We are currently looking to hire 2 full time JDS positions for our programs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of active clients looking for a job to prepare them to enter or reenter the workforce.

Conduct job interview preparation, resume building (including adapting the resume for job applications), cover letter assistance and other pre-employment activities.

Work with clients to determine gaps on their resume related to training, career explorations, and professional development and connect clients to opportunities that can help fill these gaps.

Assist clients to investigate job opportunities based on their needs.

Assist clients and employment partners with human resource related paperwork such as direct deposit forms, tax forms, policy review, employee handbook review, orientation, and safety training.

Follow up with new employment placements to advise on performance maintenance and support.

Provide employment support to individuals that enables them to thrive in their employment and/or volunteer roles.

Maintain active communication with prospective employment partners.

Reach out to training programs, other organizations, and potential employment partners to secure new opportunities for career explorations, job shadowing, and exposure courses.

Ensure case notes, client files, monthly target sheets, and other records are always maintained and up to date.

Participation in Selections committees and other meetings.

Qualifications:

College diploma, certificate, or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

1+ years' experience working with individuals with disabilities is an asset.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can adapt and learn quickly, enjoys new challenges and is able to work under pressure with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is someone who has previous experience in employment counselling and is familiar with available community resources. In addition to this, someone who is a strong advocate for/understands: disabilities, mental health, and addictions would be preferred.

The Job Development Specialist (JDS) role requires employees to have an Alberta class 5 Driver's License, a registered vehicle, adequate basic liability insurance, and a clear driver's abstract. An additional $1 million liability is recommended in this role as the successful candidate will be transporting individuals in their car from time to time. Furthermore, this position requires a clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector check to be submitted prior to commencement.

Selections is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. All applications are welcome, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please send your resume and cover letter to Michelle Chellew at .

This competition will remain open until the position has been filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,920.00-$58,240.00 per hour

Benefits:
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care
Wellness program
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person