Youth & Young Adult Job Developer (Employment Services) - Gastown Vocational Services

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $30.20/Hr. - CAD $31.64/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Youth and Young Adult Job Developer (Employment Services) at Gastown Vocational Services in Vancouver, BC! Apply now to join the team!

 

RECOVERY RESPECT RESILIENCE

VANCOUVER COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IS COMMITTED TO COLLABORATING WITH CONSUMERS AND FAMILIES TO BUILD ON STRENGTHS, TALENTS AND INTERESTS IN ORDER TO FOSTER A COMMUNITY OF HOPE, GROWTH AND SELF-DETERMINATION.Within the context of a client and family centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization and close collaboration with the occupational therapist, this position is responsible to provide supported employment services for youth and young adult clients with mental health disabilities. Establishes rapport with clients and their family; encourages and supports the exploration and attainment of educational and employment goals and provides information on volunteer and/ or employment opportunities and/or job training/retraining initiatives and programs. Interviews clients to identify interests, skills, work values, job readiness and suitability for employment opportunities. Provides assistance with resume writing, job search and retention skills. Facilitates resume and/or interview preparation workshops. Identifies prospective employers within the community appropriate to client’s work profiles. Develops and maintains relationships with vocational resource organizations, provincial and federal vocational training programs, wage subsidy programs, etc. to foster employment opportunities for client group.

 

About Gastown Vocational Services (GVS): 

GVS is a unique supported employment program embedded within the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. GVS has been operating for 30 years providing integrated services to support youth and adults living with mental illness achieve meaningful employment or education. GVS is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Job Developers, Peer Support Workers, Psychologists, and Computer Instructors. A variety of evidence-based practices are used to foster vocatinonal rehabilitation and recovery. Visit the GVS webpage here: https://www.gvssupport.ca/ 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Community Social Service Diploma or completion of a recognized program in psychosocial rehabilitation or equivalent.
• Two (2) years' recent related experience with job coaching, marketing and development with client’s with disabilities, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid B.C. driver's license.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles of recovery in mental illness.
• Knowledge of community, social, mental health and health resources
• Knowledge of employment marketing and coaching, with individuals with disabilities
• Knowledge of issues affecting youth and young adults.
• Ability to demonstrate and assist client with development of employment and training skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish/maintain working relationships with external agencies.
• Proven computer skills and ability to utilize contemporary software applications including MSWord, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, to work independently with minimal direction, problem solve, take initiative, anticipate potential problems/conflicts and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to work within a team environment and to operate standard office equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

 

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting. ***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.