MCG Careers has provided services to unemployed Albertans since 1989. We utilize current career development techniques to assist individuals with successful employment preparation, job placement, training on the job, workshops, and skill training programs. At MCG, We See Good Things in our staff and show it with programs that include staff wellness plans, education funds, 35-hour work weeks, Christmas bonus days, summer hours, long weekend early closures, bonus points program, and flex time for our 2-year staff. Our dedicated staff allows us to deliver our programs with a solid commitment to our clients and provide the best service possible to assist all Albertans. Join us!
Our Rapid Employment Services, based out of our Calgary downtown location, currently has a job opening for a Job Coach/Business Developer. Interested applicants are asked to send a resume and cover letter to hiring@mcgcareers.com, or by using the application link below.
Job Title: Job Coach/Business Developer
Primary Purpose of the Job:
§ To provide data collection, reporting and analysis functions to the program.
§ To support the Program Manager, focusing on program deliverables and ensuring that all contract expectations are met.
Reports to: Program Manager
Direct Reports: Not Applicable
Duties and Responsibilities:
§ Develop, supervise, and support the administration of the assessment functions of the program
§ Complete Employability Assessments for prospective program starters
§ Identify, evaluate, procure, and utilize assessment and testing instruments.
§ Quantifiably measure the literacy and essential skill (LES) development of each client
§ As part of service management in a client-based program model, work collaboratively with workshop facilitators on the measurement of essential skill development for individual clients participating in the LES (literacy and essential skills) training
§ Participate in the weekly case management meetings
§ Ensure clients remain employed for 90 days after placement
§ Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
§ Related post-secondary education and experience working in a client-based industry; Career & Academic Advising Certification and CDAA Designation an asset
§ Two years’ experience in career development
§ Experience working with high-barrier clients
§ Experience with employment counselling
§ Knowledge of the local labour market that will assist unemployed Albertans in building careers and retaining employment
§ Strong time management and organizational skills
§ Strong computer proficiencies
§ Case management experience
§ Experience and familiarity with the Calgary social services sector and community supports
We thank everyone for their interest; however, due to the anticipated volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please, no phone calls.