GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
| Location | Type | Posting Date | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Ronge | Full Time | May 31, 2024 | Jun 7, 2024 |
The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and applied Research invites applications for the following position:
EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLOR – Leave Replacement
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
Competition Code: 2403 102L Jun 7
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Employment Services Manager, the Employment Counsellor will be responsible for providing career and employment-related guidance, career development assistance, and labour market information and assistance to Métis individuals; providing follow-up assistance to individuals; maintaining the computerized client database information and initiating follow-up reports; managing a high caseload of clients; liaising with business and industry; partnership development; efficient and effective application of programs and services; and other duties as assigned. Travel is a requirement of the position.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a relevant Bachelor’s Degree combined with related work experience or equivalent educational qualifications and work experience; a minimum of two years experience in the delivery of services in training and/or employment; highly effective administrative skills; ability to prioritize caseloads/deadlines, and manage time effectively; a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff and other agencies; extensive understanding of Métis culture and employment and training needs of the Métis, and an excellent understanding of labour market issues and trends within Saskatchewan. A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle to facilitate any required travel within the Region/Province.
Term: July 2, 2024 – March 31, 2025 (possibility of extension)
Remuneration: GDI Counsellor 2 wage grid and Benefits Package
Location: La Ronge, Saskatchewan
Deadline for applications: June 7, 2024
Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Robbie Walliser
917 22nd Street West
Saskatoon, SK S7M 0R9
Telephone (306) 657-2264 Fax (306) 975-0903
Email: jobs@gdins.org
The Gabriel Dumont Institute has the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission permission to hire affirmatively.
Please indicate in your cover letter if you are of Métis ancestry.
Only those short listed will be contacted.
GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
