Job opportunity
DDA Employment Specialist Position
Developmental Disabilities Association
DDA in Vancouver, BC, is seeking an Employment Specialist to empower individuals with disabilities to successfully enter the workforce. Leverage your coaching skills and community support knowledge in this impactful role.
As a full-time Employment Specialist, you will provide pre-employment support, educate community organizations, and advocate for diversity in the workplace. Your expertise will guide job seekers and employers in creating effective and inclusive hiring practices, impacting the lives of many.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coach adults with disabilities in job searching
• Educate employers on the importance of diverse hiring
• Advocate for clients in vocational settings
• Develop and implement responsive support programs
• Provide transitional support during employment searches
Requirements:
• Relevant degree or diploma preferred
• 1-2 years experience in related roles
• Proficient in adaptive communication methods
• Must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Certification in First Aid/CPR and Crisis Intervention preferred
Use your expertise to create meaningful change at DDA as an Employment Specialist in Vancouver.
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Apply on source site As a full-time Employment Specialist, you will provide pre-employment support, educate community organizations, and advocate for diversity in the workplace. Your expertise will guide job seekers and employers in creating effective and inclusive hiring practices, impacting the lives of many.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coach adults with disabilities in job searching
• Educate employers on the importance of diverse hiring
• Advocate for clients in vocational settings
• Develop and implement responsive support programs
• Provide transitional support during employment searches
Requirements:
• Relevant degree or diploma preferred
• 1-2 years experience in related roles
• Proficient in adaptive communication methods
• Must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Certification in First Aid/CPR and Crisis Intervention preferred
Use your expertise to create meaningful change at DDA as an Employment Specialist in Vancouver.
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