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MARCH 10, 2016

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By Kate Wiley

Island Health is the largestand most diverse employer

on Vancouver Island. It hasmore than 19,500 health careprofessionals, technicians, andsupport staff on its payroll. Atany given time, the organiza-tion has 550-650 job postingslisted on the Careers section ofits website. Most postings fallinto 4 different categories:

• Health Care Professionals(e.g. Nurses, Licensed PracticalNurses, Physiotherapists, SocialWorkers, Respiratory Thera-pists, Pharmacists, Dietitians,X-Ray Technologists, Lab Tech-nologists, Speech Language Pa-thologists, etc.)

• Patient Care Support (e.g.Health Care Assistants, MentalHealth Workers, Medical Clerks,Activity Worker, Addictions Re-covery Worker, etc.)

• Non-patient Care Support(e.g. Housekeepers, LaundryWorkers, Food Service Workers,

Advantage

Information Management, Plumbers, Electricians, Engineers,Clerical & Medical Clerical, Finance, Human Resources, Cul-tural Safety Coordinator, Central Supply Attendant, Cook,Protection Services Officer, Clerical, etc.)

• Non-union Management/Leadership – (e.g. Managers,Directors, Project leaders, Quality Improvement Special-ists, etc.)

The best way to apply for a job at Island Health is on-line. If a position draws a large number of candidates,the employer looks for those that most closely meet thequalifications, including work experience in the field and

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Island Health's rehabilitation assistants contribute to the collab-orative therapy team at Victoria’s Royal Jubilee Hospital, assist-ing with therapeutic programs prescribed by OccupationalTherapists, Physiotherapists, and other specialists.

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By Mirko Kovacev

Employment Facilitator at ICA

Are you a refugee, newcomer, or recent immigrant toCanada? Do you need help achieving your employment

and career goals, but are not sure where to start? The Inter-Cultural Association (ICA) of Greater Victoria is here to helpyou to make your goals a reality and address your employ-ment needs.

E M P L O Y M E N T S E R V I C E S

ICA’s Employment Services, including the career Mentor-ship Program and Job Development, have helped more than400 newcomers in the past year. With a little support, immi-grants are able to overcome barriers to employment and suc-cessfully enter their career fields. Barriers to employmentinclude foreign acquired credentials that are not recognizedhere, the lack of a professional network to access the hiddenjob market, insufficient labour market information, and in-adequate job-specific language skills. Gaining these creden-tials and skills enables clients to walk on a firmer footing inCanadian society.

Employment Services also offers a range of popular life-skills programs, which give participants insight into specificcareer fields and opportunities to network with professionalswithin that field. Over the course of the year, ICA has assist-ed newcomers to become health professionals, financial con-sultants, self-employed, as well as gain soft skills for theworkplace.

C A R E E R M E N T O R S H I P P R O G R A M

The Career Mentorship Program can have a significant andpositive impact on the integration of refugees and newcomersinto the community. Currently, the program has 30 careermentors in a variety of fields who are passionate and dedicat-ed to making a difference in the lives of newcomers. The pro-gram has produced a number of successes, with

clients/mentees finding employment in the career fields soonafter the end of the three-month mentorship.

Of course, mentorship is a two way street, where both thementor and mentee benefit from building a professional rela-tionship. By participating in the program, volunteer mentorshave an opportunity to learn about other cultures, find newways of seeing and experiencing the world, and develop anin-depth understanding of some of the barriers that newcom-ers and refugees encounter. The positive impact that mentor-ship has on newcomers’ success in the labour market is welldocumented. It has helped newcomers, including foreigntrained professionals, to overcome barriers to success. Fur-thermore, mentors benefit from the knowledge that they arehelping build community.

Every month, ICA offers a range of rotating Job Search forNewcomers workshops that provide participants with infor-mation in:

● Tailoring and writing resumes effectively

● Canadian workplace culture

● Writing compelling cover letters

● Soft skills in the workplace

● Networking with professionals

● Identifying ones’ transferable skills

● Using social media and networking

● Exploring career options locally

● Preparing and practicing for job interviews

● Gaining insights into the local labour market

● Completing online applications successfully

● Learning more about Microsoft Word

Working with a Case Manager and/or the Employment Fa-cilitator, clients can refine their job search goals and to gaininsights into the local labour market. Once the path ahead isclear, there is the option to join the career Mentorship Pro-gram and collaborate directly with a career mentor. ICA’scareer Mentorship Program has connected clients with Men-tors in the fields of:

● Health Care

● Finance

● Human Resources

● Speech Pathology

● Architecture

● Leadership Development

● Supply Chain Management

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B ack when I was a much younger person I used tostruggle to understand Canada’s national debt. It

seemed to me that a simple solution to this problem wasto have the Canadian Mint print more dollar bills (backwhen we used to print dollars) and to use this new moneyto pay off the debt. As I got older I came to understandthat the laws of economics as it relates to supply and de-mand were real and unyielding. Eventually I realized thatif we printed too much money, it would become worthlessand we would have worse problems to deal with than anational debt.

Recently in this space I advocated for an increase in wag-es in the tourism sector. This was based on the fact that thetourism industry is growing in BC and that some municipali-ties that rely heavily on tourism are already experiencinglabour shortages. Keeping the laws of economics in mind, inthis type of environment, workers are in greater demand —resulting in higher wages.

Currently there is a debate in Canada (and other coun-tries) about whether the minimum wage should be raised to$15 an hour. This is because the cost of living has increasedat a much higher rate than wages. Much like the idea ofprinting more money seems attractive at first glance, raisingthe minimum wage to something more reasonable like $15per hour seems like a good idea. The concern is that employ-ers will have to lay off workers to meet these new legislated

By Tony Abbis

payroll commitments. So we would have more people earningmore money but higher unemployment.

In Seattle they have started a process that will see work-ers in that region receiving the $15 minimum. So far the re-sults are mixed; Employment is down in Seattle but up in theoutlying regions. More research is required to fully under-stand the causes, however.

One way to help employers deal with this issue is for gov-ernments to subsidize all, or part, of the increase. Thiswould still negatively impact employers, however, as itwould put the onus on them to report new hiring, termina-tions, and other payroll data to the government. This maydiscourage some employers from hiring, and you never wantto create that kind of climate.

A more direct and simple way to do this is to have the fed-eral government provide a guaranteed minimum income toall Canadian adults. Does this seem like an outlandish, pie inthe sky proposal? The Finnish government is going to test thisconcept and our own Minister of Families, Children and SocialDevelopment in Ottawa is on record saying he is interested inthis idea.

This type of program, along with a minimum wage that hassmall regular increases, perhaps tied to the consumer priceindex, which is the case in Nova Scotia and Saskatchewancould be instated to support the working poor. If underlyingeconomic conditions have changed in a profound way — ifwages will never catch up with the cost of living — an argu-ment can be made for the federal government to intervenein this way because at that point the laws of economics willhave become antiquated guidelines that have lost relevance.This will result in increased taxes, but if nothing is done thevoices calling for a $15 minimum wage will get louder and atsome point will have to be heard.

For links to resources and an archive of this column checkout worklink.bc.ca.

● Academics

● Technology and Learning

● Mechanical Engineering

● BC Public Service (Administrative)

● Real Estate

● Health/Social Services

● Entrepreneurship

If you would like to receive one-on-one support for youremployment search, contact Ai Sakamoto, atasakamoto@icavictoria.org. For more information on currentworkshop offerings, and information about the career Men-torship Program, contact Mirko Kovacev, Employment Facili-tator at mkovacev@icavictoria.org.

Got a story to share? Your success could inspire others. Emailkwiley@worklink.bc.ca.

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SOCIAL & HEALTH JOBS

Island Health requires Medical Imaging Vascular Sonog-rapher at Royal Jubilee Hospital. Qualifications includegraduation from an approved Ultrasound Technologist Diplo-ma program, plus one year of experience in a health caresetting. Learn more at viha.ca/careers. Closes Mar. 17.

Island Health is hiring a registered Occupational Thera-pist, Rehabilitation Services at Royal Jubilee Hospital.Qualifications include graduation from a recognized univer-sity program in Occupational Therapy, and 3 years of expe-rience including experience working in a mental healthenvironment. Details at viha.ca/careers. Closes Mar. 17.

Island Health has an opening for a Psychiatric IntensiveCare Emergency Team Nurse at Royal Jubilee Hospital.Qualifications include graduation from a recognized nurs-ing program, plus a minimum of 2 years recent experience

working with persons with acute mental illness. Find thecomplete listing at viha.ca/careers. Closes Mar. 17.

City of Victoria is recruiting a Supervisor – Recreationand Sport with 3 years related experience. An undergrad-uate degree in Recreation Administration or a disciplinerelated to community recreation administration or leisureservices is required. Learn more at .victoria.ca > Depart-ments > Human Resources. Closes Mar. 18.

Victoria Women’s Transition House is looking for a part-time Community Education Coordinator. A relevant di-ploma at a minimum is required, i.e., education, socialsciences; a degree will be considered an asset. There alsoexists an opening for a Volunteer Program Coordinator. Goto transitionhouse.net/get-involved/employment. ClosesMar. 17.

educational preparation. Be sure to outline this experienceat the top of your resume, along with other relevant accom-plishments. “We want to quickly see that you are qualified orhave applicable transferable skills,” says Karen Pettit, Direc-tor of HR Projects at Island Health.

Karen recommends conducting information interviewswithin your area of expertise: “Networking helps to findsomeone you can touch base with so you can learn moreabout the company.” Got friends or family working at IslandHealth? If not, your WorkBC Employment Services Centre canlikely connect you with an employee, or use the WorkBC JobFair on March 16 as a networking opportunity.

Sufficient research will allow you to fully understand thescope of the organization and how you best fit into that ma-trix. Health care is a field that is constantly adapting to newtechnologies, so it is crucial to know what competencies arecurrently required for a given position. Health care in BC isheavily unionized, so having the right skills and experience isimportant, according to Karen. “But [the position] has towork for you as an individual too. We’re looking for appli-cants that resonate with the Island Health values calledC.A.R.E. — Courage, Aspire, Respect, Empathy. Do you havea passion for our values?” she asks job seekers.

Health care is a calling. Since the C.A.R.E. values apply toa variety of fields, put some thought into how they are rele-vant to providing quality healthcare. Why do doctors, nurses,and other staff need to be courageous? One of the big reasonsis because there is a lot of fear in health care. Fear of mak-ing mistakes, fear of death and dying, fear of discussing mat-ters of the heart. But Darren Colyn, Hospital Chaplain atNanaimo Regional General Hospital, insists there are manythings more important than our fears, such as workplacesafety, a person’s spiritual well-being and dignity, informedconsent, frank discussions about end of life care, patient andstaff safety, to name a few. “Courage is the judgment thatthese things take precedence over our fears,” he writes inNUMA, a newsletter produced by Island Health’s SpiritualHealth division.

Island Health is currently recruiting for qualified HealthCare Assistants (HCA) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).For more information and additional openings, go towww.viha.ca/careers. Note, Island Health will not be accept-ing paper applications/resumes or conducting job interviewsat the March 16 WorkBC Job Fair and encourages applicantsto apply online to job postings of interest.

Kate Wiley is editor of The LEAD Sheet. Contact her atkwiley@worklink.bc.ca.

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WorkBC Employment Services Centre

March 16 Job Fair

Meetup

TECHNOLOGY JOBS

Maximus BC Health requires a Contact Centre BusinessSystems Analyst (Avaya or Cisco). Qualifications include adegree from an accredited college or university, with ma-jor coursework in systems analysis, information systems,computer science or related field, plus experience imple-menting and supporting enterprise applications. Go tobctechnology.com/jobs.

AbeBooks is hiring a Software Development Manager.Qualifications include a BS/MS degree in Computer Sci-ence or equivalent, 5+ years’ experience in Software de-velopment and 2 years as a Development Manager or TeamLead. Find out more at abebooks.com/careers.

Schneider Electric is hiring a Software Test Designer.Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in ComputerScience, Engineering, or related discipline and a mini-mum of 3 years’ experience in Information Technologyinfrastructure. Visit schneider-electric.com > About Us >Careers.

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation /BCIMC seeks a Senior Business Analyst (Technical). Quali-fications include a post-secondary education in ComputerScience or related discipline, plus 5 years’ experience asan IT professional. Learn more at bcimc.com/careers.Closes Mar. 18.

Got your own questions?Attend a prep workshop forthe March 16 Job Fair. Call

(250) 388-5627 to register.

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TRADES & TRANSPORT JOBS

City of Victoria is recruiting a Welder Fabricator with 3years of related experience or an equivalent combinationof education and experience. Current and valid BC Class "A"Welding Certificate required. Learn more at victoria.ca >Departments > Human Resources. Closes Mar. 17.

City of Victoria requires a temporary Pool and BuildingOperator with a Fourth Class Power Engineering TradesCertification and 1 year related experience. BCRPA PoolOperator Level 1 & 2 required (32 hours). More informa-tion at victoria.ca > Departments > Human Resources.Closes Mar. 17.

View Royal Casino is hiring a Chef de Partie. Minimum 2years progressive culinary experience and 1 year supervi-sory experience required; Culinary education a plus. Va-cancies also exist for the roles of Demi Chef and CommisChef. Details at gcgaming.com/careers. Closes Mar. 17.

WorldPac seeks a Delivery Driver/Warehouse Team-mate in Saanichton. Requirements include some experienceand a valid driver’s license with clear record. Must be ableto lift 50 pounds. Apply online at worldpaccareers.com.

UPS has several opportunities for full-time DeliveryDrivers (Couriers) at its Victoria Package Centre in Saan-ich. Must possess a valid driver's license and have a cleandriver's abstract. Other requirements include an ability toregularly lift up to 70-lbs unassisted. More information atindeed.ca.

Compass Group requires a full-time Cook to preparefood in accordance with standard recipes and VIHA dietwriting guidelines. Must have a cooking certification froma recognized culinary institute or equivalent; Previouscooking experience in health care or hospital setting ispreferred. Details at compass-group.com > Careers.

MANUFACTURING & FACILITIES JOBS

The University of Victoria requires a part-time ServiceWorker II (Housekeeper). Qualifications include knowl-edge of cleaning tools, materials, equipment, methodsand techniques used in building cleaning, gained eitherthrough on-the-job experience or completion of formaltraining. Go to uvic.ca > About > Careers. Closes Mar. 18.

Compass Group is hiring a Maintenance Person at West-shore Town Centre. High school diploma required; Previ-ous experience in building maintenance is an asset but notrequired. Find out more at compass-group.com > Careers.

Industrial Plastics & Paints is hiring a Plastics Fabrica-tor with mechanical aptitude. Applicant must have expe-rience in fabrication, building cabinetry, or extensive useof hand tools. For a complete list of qualifications, findthe job posting at workbc.ca. Expires Mar. 31.

Ellice Recycle is looking for part- and full-time Labourers to work at its three diversion facilitieslocated in Greater Victoria. Applicants must be able to lift

up to 50 lbs and have no problem standing all day. Experi-ence operating a skid steer or forklift also required. Findthe complete listing at indeed.ca.

Andrew Sheret has an opening for a full-time Ware-house Shipper/Receiver. Candidate must be computersavvy and safety conscious. Get certified forklift andwarehouse training on the job. Learn more at workbc.ca.Expires Mar. 18.

Drake International is hiring Warehouse Dock Assis-tants (Lumpers/Swampers). A "swamper" or "lumper" isassigned daily to different warehouses throughout the Cityof Victoria to unload product from clients’ trucks. Mustbe able to lift up to 50 pounds consistently for long peri-ods of time. Details at workopolis.com.

The Heritage House requires an Apartment Manager fora 36-suite apartment block in James Bay. A handymanwith experience preferred. More information atjobs.localworkbc.ca.

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.

— Theodore Roosevelt

The University of Victoria requires an Academic andCommunity Programs Coordinator with 5 years relevantpublic program development experience. Bachelor’s de-gree in relevant field is required; Master’s degree wouldbe considered an asset. Go to uvic.ca > About > Careers.Closes Mar. 18.

The University of Victoria is recruiting a Gustavson Digi-tal Media Officer. Qualifications include an undergradu-ate degree, preferably in marketing, or communicationsand a strong background in writing and social media witha minimum of two years’ direct work experience. Go touvic.ca > About > Careers. Closes Mar. 24.

AbeBooks is hiring an experienced Financial Analystwith advanced analytical skills and strong business andcommunication skills. BA/BS degree in Finance, Account-ing, Business or similar discipline with analytical bias re-quired. Find out more at abebooks.com/careers.

Slegg Building Materials is looking to fill the position ofAccounts Receivable. One year or more experience in anaccounts receivable environment required. Find the com-plete listing at workbc.ca. Expires Apr. 15.

BMO Financial Group requires a Commercial AccountManager Mid Market. Qualifications include expert levelknowledge of mid market commercial credit/non-creditproducts. Visit bmo.com/careers to learn more. ClosesMar. 17.

Canadian College of Performing Arts is hiring a full-timeAdministrative Assistant. Proficiency in the Microsoft Of-fice Suite and database management required. Details atindeed.ca. Deadline to apply is Mar. 18.

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation/BCIMC seeks an Administrative Assistant, Office of theCEO/CIO. Qualifications include 3+ years of experienceproviding administrative support at the executive level.Learn more at bcimc.com/careers. Closes Mar. 22.

The BC Public Service Agency is recruiting a Human Re-source Service Representative. Requirements include asecondary school degree or equivalent; 9 months experi-ence working in a high volume customer service and/orcall centre environment and 9 months in payroll processand benefit programs and application support queries.Details at www2.gov.bc.ca > Job Postings. Closes Mar. 20.

Victoria Shipyards is hiring a Purchasing Clerk. Qualifi-cations include completion of Grade 12 and 1-2 years ofoffice experience. Knowledge of MS Office Suite required.Apply online at seaspan.com/careers.

Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre seeks a Bi-lingual Administrative Assistant. Qualifications include5 years’ administration experience, or a diploma in arelated discipline plus 3 years’ experience. Find thecomplete listing on the Job Board at worklink.bc.ca.Closes Mar. 16.

PROFESSIONAL & ADMINISTRATIVE JOBS

Feedback? Send your comments to kwiley@worklink.bc.ca.

HOSPITALITY & CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS

SportChek at Victoria Bay Centre is hiring a Sales Asso-ciate (Clothing). Qualifications include a high school edu-cation and a passion for active, healthy living. Previouscustomer service experience is an asset. Learn more atsportchekjobs.com/jobs.

Save-On-Foods is looking for a customer service orient-ed Grocery Clerk at its Westside Village location. No ex-perience necessary. Apply online atsaveonfoodsjobs.com/jobs.

Subway on Admirals Rd. seeks a full-time Food ServiceSupervisor with 2-3 years of fast food restaurant experi-ence. A high school diploma and Food Service Certificaterequired. Learn more at workbc.ca.

Starbucks is hiring an Assistant Store Manager andStore Manager in Victoria. Two to three years manage-ment experience within a customer-facing environment ispreferred. High school or equivalent required. Details atstarbucks.ca/careers.

Foot Locker has an opening for a full-time ManagementTrainee at Mayfair Shopping Centre. Previous experiencewould be considered an asset. Must be available to work aflexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Applyonline at sneakerjobs.com/ca.

Bosley’s Pet Food Plus requires a part-time Sales Asso-ciate in Sidney. Industry experience an asset. Must beable to work a flex schedule and repetitively lift 40lbs. Goto bosleys.com > Careers to apply.

Sooke Harbour House seeks a Front Desk Agent andNight Auditor. Must possess superior communication skillsand be able to work weeknights, weekends (flexibleschedule based on business volumes). Find the completelistings on the Job Board at sooke.pocketnews.ca.

Shoppers Drug Mart has openings for Cashiers at severalVictoria locations. Schedule requires candidate to workevenings and weekends. The retail chain is also recruitinga Beauty Boutique Expert and Merchandisers. Go tojobs.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

The Denny’s Restaurant in Colwood is recruiting full-and part-time Cooks and will offer a variety of shifts tomeet the needs of successful candidates. Looking for indi-viduals with 1 – 2 years cooking experience who are devel-oping a career in the Food and Hospitality Industry. Mustbe able to move up to 50 pounds. There are also openingsfor Food Service Supervisors. Find the complete listing atworkbc.ca.

Coast Capital is hiring a Relationship Manager with ex-perience helping customers in either a bank or creditunion for a minimum 5 years, including at least 2 years ofexperience with complex lending and investments. Applyonline at coastcapitalsavings.com > Careers.

Oak Bay Marine Group seeks a Bar and Dining RoomSupervisor to work at April Point Resort and Spa onQuadra Island. Post-secondary education and/or trainingpreferred. Ability to work while standing and walking forextended periods of time is required. More informationcan be found at obmg.com/join-our-crew.

Walmart is looking for a Garden Centre Sales Associatein Victoria. Ensure the merchandise is properly signed andpriced and operate the register when needed. Basic mathskills required. Find the complete job posting atworkopolis.com.

Swans Hotel and Brewpub has an opening for a tempo-rary Room Manager. Qualifications include 3 years’ expe-rience in a hotel leadership role in front office orhousekeeping. Go to swanshotel.com/hotel/employment.

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