Customized Employment Specialist at Kootenay Services

Position: Customized Employment Specialist at Kootenay Employment Services
Empower job seekers with Kootenay Employment Services as a Customized Employment Specialist. Help clients overcome barriers and create meaningful job opportunities tailored to their strengths.

In this role, you will work closely with clients to assess their employment needs, set actionable goals, and facilitate a comprehensive discovery process. Your focus will be identifying unique strengths, coordinating with employers to create custom job placements, and documenting progress meticulously to ensure client success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess clients' employment needs and establish personalized action plans

• Conduct comprehensive Discovery process in various settings

• Market clients to potential employers, creating individualized job descriptions

• Provide on-the-job support and foster self-employment opportunities

• Work with community partners for extended client support

Requirements:

• Experience with coaching and working with diverse populations

• Degree or diploma in relevant fields preferred

• Knowledge of local job markets and community resources

• Strong networking and technical skills, including Microsoft Office

• Respect for confidentiality and privacy

Leverage your interpersonal skills and creativity to help clients achieve their career goals with Kootenay Employment Services.