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L E A D E R S I NT R A I N I N G

A S K A C A S EM A N A G E R

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APRIL 20, 2017

A L A B O U R M A R K E T N E W S L E T T E R F O R G R E AT E RV I C T O R I A E M P L O Y M E N T S E R V I C E C E N T R E S

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By Kate Wiley

Everybody wants it. A government job.Life in the provincial capital has a way

of convincing job seekers that the Govern-ment of British Columbia is the land’s chiefemployer. But the fact of the matter is this:Vancouver Island’s largest employer is IslandHealth, and the benefits are right in stepwith those coveted government jobs.

If you’ve spent any time researching in-demand jobs in Canada, you will know thathealthcare workers are in high demand —and that need is increasing on Vancouver Is-land as the population ages and grows.Health Care Assistants are at the top of thelist. Island Health is but one employer ofHCA’s on the island, and the facilities rangefrom senior’s care to acute care hospitals.

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Island Health

Krissy Gomez is a Registered Nurse with Island Health.

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By Kate Wiley

Generation Z (also known as Post-Millennials or the iG-eneration) has come of age during a recession and

generally uncertain political and ecological times — a socio-economic climate that makes plotting a career path particu-larly challenging.

They have also grown up surrounded by technology. In fact,they’ve come to rely on it for much of their socializing. Whilefinding job openings can be done entirely on a phone, landinga job requires human, face-to-face contact.

A Victoria program called Youth Leaders in Training aims toget Gen Z to set aside their devices and make connections

within their community through volunteer work. It’s spon-sored by the City of Victoria in partnership with OaklandsCommunity Centre and is aimed at teens who are interestedin gaining skills in the field of recreation and childcare.

The program includes two weeks of training, and a four-week practicum, or shadow placement, at a community sum-mer camp organized by one of the local recreation centres.

During the training, the teens (ages 14-18) learn how to puttogether a resume and conduct an interview. Part of thatprocess entails practicing speaking in front of a camera. Theprogram coordinators try to keep things low key by poking funat their own mock interviews and reflecting on the impor-tance of failing and improving. “It’s meant to be an opportu-nity to fail before they actually hit the workforce,” says RyanLance, Child & Youth Recreation Programmer with the City ofVictoria. “They learn how to communicate professionally,what makes for appropriate attire — and basic things like theimportance of calling if you’re going to be late.”

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Step Up Leadership

Step Up Leadership provides youth with volunteer opportunities within the community. Inquire at Crystal Pool.

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Nearly all graduates of a HCA certificate program will gethired as casuals, at the very least. Depending on the employ-er and the time of year, hours might be limited at first.

The greatest health care labour shortfalls are in specialtynursing (Emergency, Intensive Care, Operating Room, Renal,Post Anaesthetic Recovery, Neonatal Intensive Care, etc.),according to Island Health Talent Acquisition & RetentionStrategist Rod O'Connell. Find a list of in-demand careers inhealth care at viha.ca/careers/exploring, including 10 HealthCare Jobs Requiring Less than 1 Year Training.

“We are in competition for a limited talent pool with otherB.C. Health Authorities, other provinces, as well as the pri-vate sector,” says Rod. “Unemployed health care profession-als are a rare breed.”

Island Health hires around 2,600 new people a year. Aginghealth care professionals are retiring and the industry is an-ticipating a challenge in replacing them. Recruitment effortsinclude: campus recruitment of new graduates, local jobfairs, national professional conferences, as well as web andprint advertising. Island Health has also established an Ab-original Employment Program.

The Island Health Aboriginal Employment Program has woneight national awards, including Canada's Best Diversity Em-ployers Award for the past five years thanks to the organiza-tion’s quest to build a workforce that more closely reflectsthe population it serves. Three full-time staff promote theemployer in Aboriginal communities. The outreach workerstarget high school students and encourage them to graduateand consider careers in healthcare. Each year, twelve $1,000scholarships are awarded in partnership with the First NationsHealth Authority to post-secondary heath care students. Ad-ditionally, program staff provides resume and interviewcoaching to Aboriginal job applicants.

The Aboriginal Employment Program has paid off. In Marchof 2017, 637 job applicants to Island Health self-identified asAboriginal, compared to just 199 in April of 2012. “That’s a300% increase,” says Rod, enthusiastically. “It’s one of thereasons we keep winning these national awards. We areworking our way toward a more representative workforce,which allows us to provide culturally safe care.”

Island Health offers work outside of medicine too. Some900 types of employment exist on its job portal, calling for arange of skills from maintenance to marketing. With between550-650 positions posted on any given day, throwing your hatin the ring can feel like a long shot. But a quality resume andcover letter will get you noticed, Rod says. Every applicationgoes directly to the hiring manager (of which there are 800 inthe organization).

Rod recommends: “Creating a resume that provides thecritical information up front, such that a hiring manager cantell that you meet the qualifications in 5 to 10 seconds.” Inaddition to a career summary at the top of the resume, hesuggests using accomplishment statements.

“If you want to stand out from the other applicants, don’tcut and paste job description bullet items from your last job.Tell the employer what you did that made a difference toclients, peers or the employer.”

For more tips, go to viha.ca > Careers > How to Apply.

Questions? Contact Kate Wiley, Editor of the LEAD Sheet, atkwiley@worklink.bc.ca.

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don’t cut and paste jobdescription bullet items from

your last job. Tell theemployer what you did thatmade a difference to clients,

peers or the employer.”– Rod O’Connell

Talent Acquisition, Island Health

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Delta Hotels Victoria is hiring a Third Cook. Candidatesmust be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and placeobjects weighing less than or equal to 25 lbs. without as-sistance and perform other reasonable job duties as re-quested by supervisors. Go to mariott.com > Careers.

Amica Mature Lifestyles is recruiting a casual, on-callCook. The successful applicant possesses Red Seal Cook’sQualification Certificate, Food Handling Certificate and aminimum 3 years of progressive experience in a variety ofdining environments. Visit amica.ca > Careers at Amica.

Shark Club Sports Bar Grill seeks a Banquet Captain.Candidates must possess experience in customer service,as well as leadership and management. To apply, go tosharkclub.com > Careers.

Island Health is hiring a Senior Cook to work in theStyles Street Apartments facilities. Relevant education

and experience includes certification as a Cook - IndustryTraining and Apprenticeship Commission, Food Safe 1 &Food Safe 2, CPR & First Aid certification, as well as 3years recent, related experience in cooking and kitchenmanagement. Search viha.ca > Careers. Open until filled.

Truffles Catering is looking for a Prep Cook. The quali-fied applicant possesses 3 years of kitchen experience,ideally in events or banquets. Visit trufflescatering.net >Careers.

Baan Thai is accepting applications for a Thai Cook.Education is not necessary but having high school gradua-tion or equivalent is an asset. Three years of commercialcooking experience is required. Apply through indeed.ca.

Caffe Fantastico is hiring a Dishwasher/Prep Cook. Theideal candidate possesses a flexible work schedule, FoodSafe and a positive attitude. Search indeed.ca.

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TECHNOLOGY JOBS

CGI Group is hiring a Technical Team Lead. Requiredqualifications include 10+ years of progressive EnterpriseApplications Development experience, 8+ years of suc-cessful experience as a leader and subject matter expertin the development, deployment and support of IT appli-cations. Visit cgi.com > Careers > Career Search.

National Money Mart has an opening for a Network andTelecom Administrator. A bachelor's degree in Telecom-munications or related discipline; 3 years of experience inthe telecom industry; and extensive knowledge of tele-com lines, systems and services are required. Go tomoneymart.ca > About Us > Careers.

Illumina is recruiting a Senior Software Developer.Experience in data integration/architecture, enterpriseinformation, core Java technologies, using different de-velopment methodologies including SDLC, Scrum, and/orAgile, working in Software Quality Engineering/ Assurance

is required. Successful applicants possess a BS/MS in Com-puter Science/Engineering. To apply, visit illumina.com >Company > Careers.

Island Health is hiring a Senior Network Analyst. Agrade 12, graduation from a recognized computer systemstechnology diploma program, plus 3 years’ recent relatedexperience (such as experience in network administrationand supervision or leadership) or an equivalent combina-tion of education, training and experience are necessary.Apply online at viha.ca > Careers. Open until filled.

Silkstart is looking for a Sales Development Represen-tative. Proven experience in a sales or sales developmentcapacity, technical skills that includes HTML, CSS, andJavascript and the ability to build Websites using tem-plates and experience with Salesforce Administration isrequired in this position. Learn more at silkstart.com >Company > Careers.

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The teens also acquire basic childcare skills. They playgames that will help them achieve goals at the camps, likelearning the kids’ names and engaging those children who donot fit in with the crowd.

Ryan points out that unless the youth are in organizedsports, they are often intimidated by the prospect of con-necting with people at higher levels of an organization, par-ticularly within municipal government. “For many, this is thefirst time they’ve heard that you need to network and beenshown what that looks like,” he adds. “It’s not a matter ofjust meeting someone, telling them you’re awesome and get-ting hired.” The practicum gives teens an opportunity to formmeaningful relationships with the rec centre staff, so the hir-ing manager is more likely to call on them when an opportu-nity comes up.

When acting as leaders at the summer camps, the youthare prohibited from using their devices. Phones can onlycome out at lunch. While a challenge for some teens, Ryanbelieves the rule helps them make time for social interactionwith the people who are present and learn social cues.

The program provides a $500 honorarium for completion of

the program. Applications are accepted from mid-May to mid-June. While Youth Leaders in Training runs exclusively duringsummer months, Step Up Leadership also helps youth findvolunteer opportunities within the community and runs year-round out of Crystal Pool. Contact Ryan Lance at (250) 361-0706 for more information.

Got a story to share? Email kwiley@worklink.bc.ca. Your successcan inspire the success of others.

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“For many, this is the firsttime they’ve heard that youneed to network and been

shown what that looks like.”– Ryan Lance

Child & Youth Recreation ProgrammerCity of Victoria

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Island Health has an opening for a Licensed PracticalNurse in the SPH Palliative Care Unit. Candidates must bea graduate of a recognized practical nursing program orequivalent and possess a current, full licensure with theCollege of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia.Visit viha.ca > Careers. Open until filled.

Broadmead Care Society is hiring a Registered Nurse orRegistered Psychiatric Nurse to work as part of theirResidential and Community Care Program. Learn more atbroadmeadcare.com > Work With Us > Current and On-Call Opportunities. Open until filled.

Delta Hotels is accepting applications for a RegisteredMassage Therapist. Qualifications include demonstratedexperience in Medical massage and Swedish Relaxationmassage and a British Columbia Registered Massage Ther-apy License. Fitness, first aid, similar work in a spa envi-ronment or other associated courses is a definite asset.To apply, visit marriott.com > Careers.

Vancouver Coastal Health is hiring a Physiotherapist tostart as soon as possible. Required education and experi-ence includes Current full registration with the College ofPhysical Therapists of BC and eligible for membership inthe Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia. Go tocareers.vch.ca.

Chiron Health Services seeks an Addictions Counsellor.The successful applicant will possess a minimum of abachelor degree with additional counselling certificationin addiction treatment; 2 years’ experience with a treat-ment resistant, addicted population; and addiction or

concurrent disorders certification from a recognizedbody. Search indeed.ca.

Woodwynn Farms is recruiting a Social Worker. Re-quirements include Bachelor of Social Work degree, avalid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, previous experience inhuman service work and a criminal record check. Applyonline at indeed.ca.

Central Victoria Veterinary Hospital seeks experiencedVeterinarians to join their 24-hour emergency and spe-cialty referral hospital. The successful DVM will practicecooperative, team-based medicine, have excellent inter-personal, emergency, surgical and diagnostic skills. Aminimum of rotating internship or two years’ experienceis required. Learn more at associatevets.com > Careers.

Island Health is looking for a Clinical Pharmacist. Suc-cessful applicants are licensed by, or eligible for licens-ing by, the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia,have a baccalaureate degree in Pharmacy and have com-pleted the Pharmacy Practice Residency or an equivalentcombination of education, training and experience. Visitviha.ca > Careers. Open until filled.

Lasik MD is hiring a Reprocessing Sterilization Techni-cian. Qualifications include medical administrative expe-rience working in customer service and/or client care,plus certification from: CMDRT (Certified Medical DeviceReprocessing technician) IAHCSMM (International Associa-tion Of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management)and CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Techni-cian). To apply, search indeed.ca.

SOCIAL & HEALTH JOBS

Talent shortages are acute in STEM (science,technology, engineering and mathematics).

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HOSPITALITY & CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS

Lush is hiring an Assistant Manager at its downtownlocation. Qualifications include 3 years retail supervisory,leadership, or management experience in a customer ser-vice, beauty or cosmetics environment; previous experi-ence managing store operations including inventory,scheduling, ordering and visuals; and longevity in previousemployment. Apply online at lush.ca > Careers.

Town Shoes seeks an Assistant Store Manager withstrong leadership capability. Relevant post-secondary ed-ucation, and a minimum 3 years of experience in progres-sive retail supervisory role is required. Learn more attownshoescareers.com.

Lowe's Canada is hiring a full-time Sales Specialist.Minimum and preferred qualifications include 1 year ex-perience entering and submitting customer sales orders, 2years’ experience identifying and selling products, and 2years’ experience in providing exceptional customer ser-vice. Visit lowes.ca > Company Info > Careers.

Garage is recruiting an Assistant Manager at MayfairShopping Centre. Qualifications include 12 months’ retailexperience, 6 months’ management experience and ahigh school diploma. Go to garageclothing.com > About Us> Careers.

Petsmart Canada is looking for a Merchandising andInventory Leader. Outstanding communication skills,ability to work well in groups, and excellent leadershipskills are required. Search careers.petsmart.com.

Sportchek is hiring a Cashier. A passion for active,healthy living, previous customer service experienceand/or cash handling experience are assets; excellent

interpersonal skills, a positive work attitude, good mathand problem solving skills and a high school education areessential. Learn more at sportchekjobs.com.

Save-On Foods seeks a Grocery Clerk at Tillicum Cen-tre. No experience is necessary to apply for this position.Search saveonfoods.com > Join Our Team > Retail Ca-reers.

Ardenne’s is accepting applications for a full-time As-sistant Manager. Qualifications include 1 year manage-ment experience or experience in a leadership role(preferably in a retail environment), high school diploma,selling and customer service abilities, and strong timemanagement. Visit ardene.com > Ardene > Careers.

The Salvation Army is looking for a full-time Store As-sociate. The ideal candidate is a retail enthusiast who isservice focused, can maintain composure, and has theability to communicate and build relationships. Apply on-line at salvationarmy.ca > About Us > More Info > Employ-ment Opportunities.

Liquor Depot has an opening for a Sales Associate. Ap-plicants must be at least 19 years old. Key responsibilitiesinclude generating sales, stocking shelves with product,maintaining a high level of customer service, participatingin merchandising and promotional activities and ensuringaccuracy in all transactions. Find out more atliquordepot.ca > Careers.

Total Prepare is hiring a Customer Service Specialist.Qualifications include high school diploma, excellent ver-bal and written communication skills, and proficiencywith MS Office. Search indeed.ca.

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Urban Systems is recruiting a Project Administrator.Qualifications include a post-secondary education in arelated field, two to five years’ experience in a profes-sional office, ideally in a similar capacity, and technicalproficiency. Experience using InDesign, Photoshop, andIllustrator are assets. Visit urbansystems.ca > Careers >Search for Jobs. Closes Apr. 28.

The Office of the Auditor General of British Columbiaseeks a Financial Auditor. Qualifications include profes-sional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA). Pro-gressively responsible recent related experienceconducting financial statement audits also required. Goto bcauditor.com > Careers.

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation(BCIMC) is hiring an Analyst, Data Governance. Qualifica-tions include 3+ years direct experience in a similar rolewithin the investment industry or 5+ years’ experience indata management and governance in other industries.Closes May 2. Visit bcimc.com > Careers.

4 Pillars Consulting Group is accepting applications foran Administrative Assistant. Two years of previous ad-ministration experience is required and as well as a high

school diploma or equivalent. Note that this position isfor a one-year employment term. Search indeed.ca.

Victoria Symphony is recruiting a Community RelationsCoordinator to fill a one-year contract. Qualificationsinclude exceptional organizational and time managementskills; the ability to liaise and build successful relationswith community and strategic partners. Background inarts administration and securing sponsorships are assets.Apply online through indeed.ca.

University of Victoria is hiring an Assistant TeachingProfessor to teach Public Administration in the Faculty ofHuman and Social Development. Candidates for the ap-pointment should possess a Ph.D. (or ABD, or at mini-mum, a Master’s degree) in a relevant field and havesubstantial college or university-level teaching experi-ence. Visit uvic.ca > Leadership Positions > Faculty andLibrarian Positions. Closes May 8.

The Bateman Foundation is looking for a Marketing andOutreach Coordinator. The successful applicant will be askilled and enthusiastic communicator and have a passionfor art and nature and ability to express this passion tothe public. Search indeed.ca.

PROFESSIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE JOBS

Service Corporation International is hiring a Mainte-nance Worker. Qualifications include a minimum 6months of relevant experience and a high school educa-tion or GED equivalent, or relevant work experience. Visitsci-corp.com > Careers > Canada Careers.

Accent Inns seeks Maintenance Personnel. Key qualifi-cations consist of knowledge of variety of trades, includ-ing plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, carpentryand painting (trade apprentice, certification, or ticket an

asset); experience with safely using power tools and otherequipment; good understanding of preventive mainte-nance programs and techniques. Search indeed.ca.

The Oak Bay Marine Group is looking for a Marina At-tendant. Education and technical requirements includePleasure Craft Operator Card and knowledge of marineoperations and/or boating experience. Emergency FirstAid and CPR and previous marina work experience is anasset. To apply search obmg.com > Join Our Crew.

MANUFACTURING & FACILITIES JOBS

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