Last Date to Apply:
August 7, 2026
About PCRS
Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.
Hours & Conditions of Work
- Regular Full Time
- 35 hours weekly
- Work Hours - Occasionally works Saturdays and evenings on rotation.
Position Summary
Wage Grid 13
The Job Developer works collaboratively with the entire WorkBC team within the strategic objectives of PCRS to ensure the provision, coordination and exceptional delivery of the WorkBC program. The Job Developer plays a key role in helping all participants find sustainable employment and works towards increasing employment outcomes by developing connections with a variety of employers. The Job Developer promotes and encourages inclusive hiring practices with employers.
Using a participant-centred, non-judgmental, strength-based approach, this role is varied, allowing for creative solutions to helping employers find the right employee to meet their employment needs. It is imperative that the Job Developer demonstrates the ability to support a diverse population and takes initiative to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for participants and staff.
Responsibilities
- Markets services to employers and community groups to increase awareness and benefits of hiring participants of WorkBC; introduce and promote all services and supports that benefit employers
- Uses in person, outreach and technology to achieve objectives
- Develops employer connections and utilize employer data base to document positions and to help connect the right employer with the right participant
- Provides pre-screening services for employers to support their hiring needs
- Promotes inclusive hiring practices to employers; understands the challenges facing individuals with significant barriers to entering the labour market and work with employers to create unique opportunities for both employers and participants
- Participates in local meetings of business associations
- Supports Employment Specialists and participants by researching the local labour market, making connections with employers and supporting with job placement and sustainment
- Negotiates workplace opportunities and training incentives with employers to encourage participant hiring
- Promotes access to the WorkBC centre to employers by offering regular meet and greet sessions and job fairs
- Performs administrative duties within designated timelines utilizing required databases
- Supports all centre initiatives such as hiring fairs, community engagement, and employer events as needed
- Communicates effectively with coworkers and staff; participates in team efforts
- Participates in staff meetings, committee meetings, staff training, and agency staff meetings
- Provides coverage for other roles for scheduled and unscheduled absences
- Represents WorkBC and PCRS professionally while participating in employer events, marketing and developing partnerships with employers
- Develops professional partnerships with external community agencies, employers and other stakeholders
- Liaises with referring agencies and other professionals as required
- Participates in community engagement and centre events as needed
Competencies & Knowledge
- Strong interpersonal, coaching and negotiation skills.
- Professional level of communication, interpersonal and technological skills while working with diverse populations with varying needs.
- Ability to work independently and plan tasks for productivity and efficiency.
- Solid comprehension of Career Development and local Labour Market needs and trends.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and follow WorkBC policies and the Employment Insurance Act.
- Strong marketing and promotional techniques.
- Excellent computer skills and administrative capability
What We Offer
- Equitable & Transparent Base Pay – we are a Certified Living Wage Employer
- Generous paid vacation, personal and sick time; additional paid time off for life events
- Additional paid holidays (ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day)
- Health Benefits Coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums - including extended health and prescriptions, dental, vision and paramedical care
- Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
- Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
- Flexible schedules and earned day off program
- Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
- In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development
- Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, JEDI and more
Eligibility varies depending on employment terms and role requirements – details for this specific opportunity will be provided on request.
Required
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1 - 2 years: Job development and/or placement experience, with clients with a broad range of cultural backgrounds and complex barriers to employment
Required
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Career Dev. Practitioner
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MANDT Certification
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Trauma-Informed Practice
Preferred
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Driver's License Class 5
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Basic First Aid
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Mental Health First Aid
Required
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Integrated Case Management (ICM) Databases
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Microsoft 365 Office Suite
