Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Counselling Specialization

Personal or life skills management; Co-operative education or work placement; Career or post-secondary training orientation

Work Location Information Urban area

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Large caseload; Large workload; Tight deadlines

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting Social service agency or group home

Other Languages Inuktitut

Specific Skills

Administer and interpret standardized intelligence, aptitude and interest tests; Refer students to other specialized services when required; Prepare and deliver presentations at conferences, workshops and symposia; Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops; Develop guidance and counselling programs; Counsel students regarding personal and social issues; Consult with teachers, parents, administrators and community agencies; Co-ordinate the provision of counselling and information services to students, parents and teachers; Visit colleges and secondary schools to provide academic information to prospective students, their parents and educational institutions; Counsel students regarding educational, career or vocational issues

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 yearsor equivalent experience

Languages English