Workshop Coordinator/Employment Supports Counselor

Employment Opportunity

Job Title: Workshop Coordinator/Employment Supports Counselor

Location: Listuguj, QC

Posting type: Internal/External

Salary Range: According to education/experience

Position type: Full Time

Date posted: April 7, 2025

Posting Expires: April 18, 2025

Organization

The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Development Centre (LMDC) is seeking to employ a Workshop Coordinator/ Employment Supports Counselor for the Pre Employment Supports program. The Listuguj Mi’gmaq Development Centre aims to develop an independent, skilled Mi’gmaq Labour Force through employment and training initiatives by affirming Mi’gmaq values aimed to foster relationships with self, others and the environment.

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision and guidance of the LMDC Director, the Workshop Coordinator/Employment Supports Counselor is responsible for educating clients regarding personal and professional development, social issues, vocational matters including career exploration and planning; make available to them a wide range of educational and occupational information and realize mentored work placements or continue their education. They are also responsible for the project budgeting and reporting.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Coordinates and prepares delivery of workshops: life skills, Mi’gmaq culture, career research, post-secondary studies, etc.
2. Research and establish network of resources on educational programs, institutions and occupational information
3. Coordinate and monitor mentored work placements
4. Organize excursions and escort clients
5. Assist in the development of the structure, content and objectives of new programs.
6. Conduct evaluation on the progress of clients, programs and services delivered to make necessary improvements
7. Assists in completion of reporting requirements (quarterly and annually)
8. Work closely with the Community Services Worker to realize programming and objectives of the Pre-Employment Supports program

Requirements

1. Minimum diploma in counselling, career development, social sciences or human resources
2. Minimum of 3 year’s work experience in management and/or project coordination
3. Extensive knowledge of careers and career development
4. Understanding of employment and training in First Nations communities
5. Client focused and positive motivator
6. Strong organization skills, including job task planning
7. Competence in all Microsoft Office applications

Competencies

1. Strong verbal and written communication skills
2. Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
3. Ability to establish positive rapport with clients
4. Self-engaged in ongoing professional development

Candidate must be able to provide clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

Submit confidential cover letter and resume to:

Jennifer LaBillois-Metallic, Director

2 Pacific Drive, Listuguj Quebec G0C 2R0

Email: jlabillois@lete.listuguj.ca

Note: Hiring Priority will be given to Listuguj Mi’gmaq followed by other Mi’gmaq, other First Nation persons and members of the general public. All applications will be treated in a confidential manner.

Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.