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Opportunity

Career Opportunity at COSTI

Settlement Counsellor

COSTI REQUIRES A SETTLEMENT COUNSELLOR FOR ITS
CORVETTI EDUCATION CENTRE

Duties:

  • Provides intake, assessment of client needs and development of both short and long term counselling and orientation services to newcomers.
  • Assists clients through information, referral, documentation, crisis intervention and supportive counselling services.
  • Provides follow-up to clients as needed.
  • Liaises with other agencies and organizations regarding services for clients.
  • Keeps administrative records of services and activities, prepares necessary documentation and reports both written and electronic.
  • Advocates and promotes the programs and services within and outside the organization to the public sector.
  • Provide reception coverage and responsible for opening of office.
  • Performs other duties as required.
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    Qualifications:

  • Social Service Worker diploma or equivalent with relevant practicum experience.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience providing settlement services.
  • Thorough knowledge of settlement issues facing new immigrants.
  • Highly developed organizational skills, ability to multi-task and set priorities independently.
  • Strong customer service skills and demonstrated ability to liaise with community organizations.
  • Experience in conducting various methods of outreach.
  • Sensitive to and aware of the social and economic trends of immigrants.
  • Good written and oral communication skills in English are required.
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish, Portuguese or Italian is an asset.
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    Location:

    		 760 College Street, Toronto

    Duration of Position:

    		 April 4, 2015 – March 31, 2016

    Starting Salary Range:

    		 $23.62 to $25.42 per hour

    Posting Date:

    		2015-03-02

    Closing Date:

    		2015-03-13

    Notes:

    		 This is a part-time contract position scheduled to work 3.5 hours per week (Saturdays only). REPOST
    Mr. Michael Politi
    Manager, Staffing and Orientation
    COSTI Immigrant Services
    1710 Dufferin Street
    Toronto, Ontario M6E 3P2
    or Fax: 416.658.8537
    or e-mail: resumes@costi.org

    "We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."

    COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.