Reporting to the Team Leader, the Employment Counselor is responsible for the delivery of employment services to youth 15-30 years of age.

Responsibilities
To provide group and individual employment information, counseling, referral and other related services.
To clarify employment, training or career goals by exploring the local labour market, education and training opportunities/resources, including apprenticeship opportunities
To assist participants in obtaining the skills necessary to be successful in their self-directed job search
To liaise with our Employment Partner – the Youth Employment Centre
To develop employment opportunities and make direct placements with employers
To assist in the development and maintenance of a job-search information document that will serve as a resource for program participants

Qualifications
Background in employment training, youth services, social services. Understanding and accommodating the employment needs of a diverse group of participants.

Timeframe

Start Date: Early February

The Employment Counselor’s time, 200 hours in total, will be allocated throughout the 4.5 month intake as follows:


Phase 1: Orientation & Community Service Project
February – June 2010
Approx. 1.5 days every 2 weeks – timeline to be discussed

Phase 2: Completion and Job Search
Contract completion June 2010
15 Days (3 Weeks Full-Time)

Please send resume, three references, and cover letter to: Quickdraw Animation Society, Suite #201 351-
11th Ave SW. Calgary AB, T2R 0C7. (403) 261-5767. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Quickdraw is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We

thank you for your interest.


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