CONTENTS BANISHING SELF-DOUBT ASK A CASE MANAGER WHAT’S YOUR NEXT GIG? DECEMBER 17, 2015 the LEAD Sheet A LABOUR MARKET NEWSLETTER FOR GREATER VICTORIA EMPLOYMENT SERVICE CENTRES NEXT ISSUE: DECEMBER 31, 2015 2 4 3 By Kate Wiley Whether a new job or a promotion, you won’t get there by coasting on what you al- ready know. Professional training and development — or more simply put, LEARNING — is the key to moving forward on your career path. By im- proving your current skills and acquiring new ones, you become more valuable to your com- pany and within the industry as a whole. No matter what industry you're in, chances are good there is a wealth of resources online to enhance your skills. Some platforms are better suited to streaming from your desktop during a coffee break, while others can be downloaded to your mobile phone and con- sumed at the gym. The trick to utilizing these resources is to carve out short chunks of time during the day to fit learning into your busy schedule. Don’t wait for a 2-hour window to materialize — listen to a podcast while driving or over breakfast. Don’t wait for someone else to schedule a brown-bag lunch. Dive into your company’s training library and find a topic that interests you. Get the ball rolling by inviting colleagues to watch with you over lunch, and then let others take the lead on training topics for future sessions. (Continued on page 6 ) GETTING AHEAD: STEP BY STEP
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B A N I S H I N GS E L F - D O U B T
A S K A C A S EM A N A G E R
W H A T ’ S Y O U RN E X T G I G ?
DECEMBER 17, 2015
the LEAD SheetA 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
Whether a new job or a promotion, you
won’t get there by coasting on what you al-ready know.
Professional training and development — ormore simply put, LEARNING — is the key tomoving forward on your career path. By im-proving your current skills and acquiring newones, you become more valuable to your com-pany and within the industry as a whole.
No matter what industry you're in, chancesare good there is a wealth of resources onlineto enhance your skills. Some platforms arebetter suited to streaming from your desktop
during a coffee break, while others can bedownloaded to your mobile phone and con-sumed at the gym.
The trick to utilizing these resources is tocarve out short chunks of time during the dayto fit learning into your busy schedule. Don’twait for a 2-hour window to materialize —listen to a podcast while driving or overbreakfast.
Don’t wait for someone else to schedule abrown-bag lunch. Dive into your company’straining library and find a topic that interestsyou. Get the ball rolling by inviting colleaguesto watch with you over lunch, and then letothers take the lead on training topics forfuture sessions.
Sound familiar? Lots of job seekers are plagued by self-doubt. It doesn’t matter if this is your first job, or your
fifteenth. We all deal with feelings of inadequacy at somepoint in our careers. But knowing that others suffer toodoesn’t make it any easier to overcome. There are sometricks, however, that might prod you along the road to confi-dence.
The first step is to stop the negativity in its tracks, accord-ing to Barb McLean, a Workshop Facilitator at WorkLink. “Beaware of negative self-talk and do your best to replace itwith healthy self-talk,” she explains. Barb recommends writ-ing down positive affirmations and posting them throughoutyour home. Read them out loud.
Waging battle against your inner critic is not just abouttreating yourself with kindness. Self-doubt can seriously ham-per the chances of landing your dream job. It dampens yourambition and saps your motivation. People weighted down byself-doubt are less likely to submit resumes or show up for apotentially tough interview. Once in the interview chair, anagging inner critic can sabotage a person’s ability to shine.
So how to counteract this negativity and get on with yourjob search?
1. Live in the present. Don’t dwell on past failures. Justbecause you weren’t able to accomplish something before,doesn’t mean you cannot give it another try. Every day is anew chance to improve.
2. Have faith in yourself. When negative thoughts creepin, remind yourself of all the things you do well and all thatyou’ve achieved in life. Need some help focusing on your suc-cesses? See Barb’s exercise on Page 7.
3. Lean on others. Self-doubt can lead to depression,which makes reaching out that much more difficult. Find
ways to connect with people — be it casually with friends,or through networking groups.
4. Set reasonable goals. One of the best ways to overcomeobstacles is to tackle them incrementally. Does your targetjob require a mammoth application? Schedule the necessarytime each day to knock off a portion of the application. Andbe sure to reward yourself at each milestone!
If these techniques aren’t useful and you feel overwhelmedby negative thoughts, get help. “It doesn’t have to be any-thing major,” says Barb. “Talk to a friend, join a club, or goto a workshop. They’re free at WorkLink.” Contact WorkLinkor your WorkBC employment centre for information on theworkshops offered by Barb.
One such workshop, entitled Taking Stock of What You’veGot, requires participants to list their top skills. Barb recallsone client enrolled in the workshop who actually landed a jobas a result of the exercise. She too was wrestling with herinner critic, but the act of voicing her strengths to the rest ofthe group convinced a fellow participant that she was quali-fied to fill an opening at that woman’s organization. As Nor-man Vincent Peale once said, “Change your thoughts and youchange your world.”
Got a story to share? Your success could inspire others. [email protected].
Take up anactivity thatchallenges youand then channelthe confidencethat comes withmastering a newskill into your jobsearch.
Real Canadian Superstore in Langford seeks a full-timeLoss Prevention Representative. Strong knowledge ofCriminal Code of Canada, Trespass to Property Act andPowers of Arrest required. Must be flexible to work multi-ple store locations. Go to loblaw.ca > Careers.
Sun Wing Greenhouses are hiring full-time, seasonalGreenhouse Workers. Duties include working inside thegreenhouse as well as outside, weeding, pruning, harvest-ing, and crops maintenance. Application details atworkbc.ca.
The Westin Bear Mountain requires a full-time HouseAttendant to work the afternoon/evening shift. Previoushousekeeping experience in a hotel or resort environmentpreferred. Applicant must be able to work a flexibleschedule, including weekends. Details atbearmountain.ca/employment.
WIS International has openings for Inventory Associates.
No experience necessary. WIS teams count stock in cus-tomers' retail stores and warehouses. Applicants should bedependable, early risers and available to work variedschedules. Apply at wisintl.com > Careers.
Holland Avenue Nursery requires full-time, seasonalNursery Workers to commence at the end of February.Experience a must. Fax resume to 250-479-1976.
Fairway Janitorial Services seeks a part-time Cleaner inBrentwood Bay. Commercial cleaning only (offices, bath-rooms, restaurants); some heavy lifting involved. Musthave criminal record check and own transportation. Go toworkbc.ca for application details.
Delco Building Maintenance is hiring casualJanitors/General Cleaners. Possibility of full-time perma-nent. Experience an asset, but not required. Clean crimi-nal record check a prerequisite. Application details atworkbc.ca. Expires Dec. 27.
A irbnb, GigWalk, TaskRabbit, Uber and Etsy. Thesewords read like a list of alternative band names from
the 1990’s, but are of course just some of the websites/services that people are using to generate extra income.These services afford the opportunity for people to use theircar, home or skills to connect with potential customers. As aresult, accidental entrepreneurs are being created on a dailybasis as people seek alternatives to regular employment in anuncertain global economy.
While it sounds appealing to offer to taxi people aroundduring our down times or to rent out our apartment or homewhile we are away for a long weekend, these kinds of ar-rangements come with as much risk as reward. There arematters of insurance or personal safety that may crop up onlyvery rarely, but constitute a large potential risk for someonewho is accessing these type of gig opportunities.
Services like Airbnb and Uber have the potential to greatlyimpact a local economy. Earlier this month taxi drivers inToronto gathered to protest the infringement of Uber intotheir domain. Uber drivers do not pay licensing fees to thecity and are considered to be in violation of municipal by-laws. Other cities around Canada and the world have seensimilar protests. Uber is not operating in Victoria (or BC) yet,but it is just a matter of time before local councils have todeal with this issue. In effect, two classes of taxi drivers existin a city where Uber operates. There are the drivers whohave to pay required licensing and insurance fees and oper-ate under strict guidelines and those who don’t.
While Uber has yet to infiltrate the local market, Airbnb isin full swing in Victoria and hotel operators throughout BC
By Tony Abbis
have registered complaints. When a tourist stays at an Airbnbaccommodation, not only does a licensed hotel, motel or tra-ditional B&B lose a customer, the unpaid taxes do not filterinto the local community.
This conflict between people who want to tap into thesenew opportunities and traditional business operators whonow wonder why they have to operate under rules that donot evenly apply is going to intensify as new apps, servicesand websites are developed. Like most problems in Canada,the issue is going to be solved somewhere down the middleand the result will likely leave both sides unsatisfied. Taxicompanies and hotels are going to accept that they will be
losing customers to new competitors. Meanwhile govern-ments will put pressure on companies like Airbnb and Uber togather taxes and to help ensure local laws are respected.Accidental entrepreneurs will see more of their newfoundincome lost in the process.
In an unstable economy, where jobs are often temporaryor contract-based, it makes sense for workers to seek out andmaintain as many income streams as possible. Instead ofmarginalizing or punishing workers who are using new techtools to carve out a living, municipal and provincial govern-ments are going to have to help the new gig opportunists co-exist with traditional business operators. Failure to do so willsee traditional businesses end up with customers who can’tafford to purchase their products and services.
For links to resources and an archive of this column checkout worklink.bc.ca.
Municipal and provincialgovernments are goingto have to help the new
gig opportunists co-exist withtraditional business operators.
Totem Towing has an opening for a full-time Tow TruckDriver who lives in Victoria. Must have basic knowledge ofVictoria and surrounding areas; mechanical aptitude anasset. A valid Class 5 driver's licence and have good cus-tomer service skills are also required. Application detailsat workbc.ca.
Adanac Recovery (Bottle Depot) requires a full-timeTruck Driver. Requires the ability to frequently push/pulla handcart with up to a 200 pound load distances up to500 feet. Previous route driving experience a plus. Findout more at workbc.ca.
Mount St. Mary Hospital is currently seeking a qualifiedinstitutional Cook to work on a casual basis as needed.Qualifications include successful completion of a recog-nized program in institutional cooking; plus 2 years recentrelated food service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting. Red Seal certificate an asset. Find out moreat mtstmary.victoria.bc.ca/opportunities.
Canada Post is hiring a temporary, casual Letter Carri-er. Applicant must hold a safe driving record for the past3 years; experience in customer service is an asset. Go tocanadapost.ca > Careers to apply. Closes Dec. 29.
SOCIAL & HEALTH JOBS
Saanich Fire Department is now accepting applicationsfor future recruit Fire Fighter positions. Selected candi-dates will be placed in an eligibility pool for future posi-tions. Applicants must be in good health, be able to meetestablished medical and academic standards (includingproof of NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I & II Certification), andqualify in essential job function and aptitude tests. Go tosaanich.ca/business/employment to apply. Closes Jan. 8.
Island Health has an opening for a Health Unit Aide andAdministrative Clerk at its Saanich Health Unit. Qualifica-tions include high school graduation, Secretarial or OfficeAdministration Certificate, Medical Terminology and oneyear related experience, including experience with pa-tient scheduling and spreadsheet and database applica-tions. Apply online at viha.ca > Careers. Open until filled.
Beacon Community Services in Sidney seeks a casualResource Advisor. Job requirements include 2 years’ ex-perience working in reception and/or a Resource Centrewith employment services or within an Employment Ser-vices Centre. Go to beaconcs.ca > Employment to apply.Open until filled.
The BC Public Service Agency’s Occupational Health &Rehabilitation team is looking for a full-time OccupationalHealth Nurse. Qualifications include a Nursing degree plus
a minimum of 2 years’ experience or a Certificate in Occu-pational Health Nursing plus a minimum of 3 years’ experi-ence. Find out more at www2.gov.bc.ca > Job Postings.Closes Jan. 20.
LifeLabs in Victoria is hiring a Manager, Laboratory Op-erations. Applicant must possess a Medical LaboratoryTechnologist Diploma and a minimum of three years ofrelated leadership experience. Details at lifelabs.com >Careers.
We Care - Home Health Services has an opening for aHomemaker. Previous home care experience beneficial,not required. Apply online at indeed.ca or in person at2631 B Douglas Street in Victoria.
Mount St. Mary Hospital seeks a Resident Care Aide.Qualifications include Grade 10 plus graduation from arecognized Nursing Assistant Program, or an equivalentcombination of education, training and experience. Findout more at mtstmary.victoria.bc.ca/opportunities.
Katz Group (Rexall) is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Assis-tant in Victoria. Familiarity with Nexxsys software systempreferred, with proficient computer/data entry skills.There is also an opening for a Pharmacy Manager. Go torexall.ca/careers.
Successful companies are always on the lookout for ways to
help employees become better members of the team. But
some companies make it a priority. They profess it in job
postings and integrate it into the workplace culture.
Banks are typically institutions where you’ll find many such
opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement. The
world of banking is broad: It includes IT, fraud and security,
communications, marketing. It is not limited to the day-to-
day service you obtain from walking into the branch.
Marilene Pomerleau is a Client Advisor at RBC Bank in Co-
mox. She previously worked at HSBC in Victoria as a Client
Service Manager. “Banks are great to work for, because they
know the value of investing in their employees,” says
Marilene. “As long as you have a goal and wish to move up
within the company, banks will typically pay for your training.
To some extent, they will even subsidize university, if it
makes sense for the business.”
When contemplating your next career move, remember the
right job gives you more than just a pay cheque. Are you
learning to use new tools on the job? Taking on new projects?
If so, great! Add these new skills to your resume. If not, per-
haps it’s time to consider a career shift.
If you’re looking for work, focus your efforts on jobs that
will grow your talents and creativity. Chat up people working
in your industry to get the scoop on which companies will fos-
ter that growth.
Networking opportunities abound at this time of year. Take
advantage of Meetup.com or a friend’s holiday party to meet
the decision-makers in your field. Find ways to convey what
you’re capable of — but also what you’d like to learn. If
you’re excited about opportunities to advance your career,
employers will take note. You are the sort of person who will
take their team to the next level.
Kate Wiley is editor of the Lead Sheet. Contact her [email protected].
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Remember the right job givesyou more than just a pay
cheque. Are you learning touse new tools on the job?Taking on new projects?
TECHNOLOGY JOBS
BC Pension Corporation is hiring a Senior Data Archi-tect. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in infor-mation technology, computer science, or similar field and4 years of related experience. Go to pensionsbc.ca >About Us > Careers. Closes Jan. 17.
MYRA Systems is looking for a temporary Java Develop-er with experience in building scalable, enterprise-gradeapplications for a 1-2 month contract. BS/MS degree inComputer Science, Engineering or a related subject wouldbe an asset. Find the complete job posting on the JobBoad at viatec.ca.
Avocette is searching for a Senior Web Developer forSocoloco in Victoria. Qualifications include Python knowl-edge and experience working with relational databases
like PostgreSQL or MySQL. Find out more at avocette.com> IT Staffing.
Money Mart is hiring a Production Support Analyst inVictoria. Qualifications include knowledge of softwaredevelopment lifecycle methodologies (e.g. Agile and Wa-terfall) and a B.S. in Computer Science, Management In-formation Systems or related field and/or equivalentexperience. Go to moneymart.ca > Careers.
Coast Capital is hiring a full-time Computer Operator.Qualifications include one year related experience and/ortraining. Experience in microcomputer software and hard-ware, networking, database technologies and financialservices would be an asset. Apply atcoastcapitalsavings.com > Careers.
1. What have you done in your pastjobs that were above and beyondthe call of duty?
2. Did you ever have to deal with anemergency situation at work? Whathappened?
3. Have you ever received a thank-younote/commendation/reference letterfrom a customer/client/previous em-ployer? What did these documentssay about you?
4. How would your former co-workersdescribe you?
WHAT ARE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS?
What did you do in your past jobs (including volunteer work) that helped your employer:
● Increase sales:
● Improve customer service:
● Increase morale of staff:
Revised by Barb McLean,Workshop Facilitator,WorkLink Employment Society
Victoria Cool Aid Society requires a full-time Schedulerat its Rock Bay Landing location. Minimum of two yearsrelated payroll, administrative, and reporting experiencerequired. Business and Administration certificate/diplomapreferred. May include some evenings and weekends. Ap-plication details at coolaid.org/Careers. Closes Dec. 24.
The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural ResourceOperations is looking for a Director, Regional Initiativesin Victoria. Qualifications include a post-secondary educa-tion in a discipline related to First Nations studies, busi-ness administration, public administration, naturalresource management, political or social sciences, law orcommunications; and a minimum of 7 years’ experience inresource management; or an equivalent combination ofeducation and experience. Find out more atwww2.gov.bc.ca > Job Postings. Closes Jan. 3.
Fujitsu seeks a Services Manager in Victoria. The MyEd-ucation BC service was established in 2014 and will beprovided by Fujitsu until 2025. Qualifications include Proj-ect Management, preferably PMP; specifically 7+ yearsleading IT projects with a strong emphasis on client man-agement and complex business implementations. Find outmore at fujitsu.com > About Fujitsu > Employment.
Victoria Mitsubishi has an opportunity available for afull-time Sales Manager with a track record of achievingoutstanding sales results. Sales Management experience,including coaching and training sales staff, would be con-sidered an asset. Go to victoriamitsubishi.ca > About Us >Employment Opportunities.
Acklands-Grainger is hiring a full-time Account Manag-er. Qualifications include 3 to 5 years of sales experience;
outside sales experience and a post-secondary educationare preferred. Apply at acklandsgrainger.com > Careers.
Islands Trust is recruiting a full-time, temporary Execu-tive Coordinator in Victoria. Qualifications include sec-ondary school graduation or equivalent, plus a minimumof five years’ related experience, preferably at a seniorlevel in a fast-paced clerical/administrative role. Detailsat civicinfo.bc.ca/careers. Closes Jan. 8.
CIBC has an opening for a full-time Financial ServicesRepresentative on Salt Spring Island. Requirements in-clude current accreditation and good standing in MutualFunds License (Canadian Securities Course or InvestmentFunds in Canada) plus 2 - 3 years of experience promotingproducts to meet client needs. Go to cibc.com > Careers.Closes Jan. 9.
Government Communications and Public Engagement isactively seeking a Communications Director. The suc-cessful candidate must have 5 - 7 years of relevant experi-ence in a leadership role as a communications director ormanager and hold a post-secondary degree, diploma orcertificate in a communications related field. Details atwww2.gov.bc.ca > Job Postings. Closes Dec. 29.
Freedom 55 Financial is hiring a Financial Security Advi-sor in Victoria. Run your own business and determine yourlevel of compensation. Technology and software provided.Find out more at freedom55financial.com > Careers.
Paladin Security requires a Receptionist with one yearexperience in an administrative or customer service role.Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent. CriminalBackground Check required. Find out more at indeed.ca.
QUOTE OF THE DAY:
I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.
Wendy’s Restaurant in Colwood is hiring Team Membersfor daytime and nighttime shifts. Apply online atindeed.ca.
Moxie's restaurant is looking for full- and part-time posi-tions in its Kitchen. Applicants must have a passion forfood, be very energetic and have a positive attitude. Pres-ent a resume in person between 2:30 – 5 pm. More infor-mation at usedvictoria.com.
Adanac Recovery (Bottle Depot) requires a full-timeSupervisor. Requires excellent organizational, decisionmaking, prioritization and communication skills, as well asthe ability to work a variety of shifts. Find out more atworkbc.ca.
The Vitamin Shop is seeking an experienced Cashier fora part-time position. The position will require the appli-cant to work weekends. Apply in person at 1212 BroadStreet, Victoria.
Compass Group of Canada has an opening for a part-time Food Server at senior living facility Shannon Oaks inVictoria. One year of experience food serving in long termcare is preferred. Must have Food Safe certification LevelI. Apply online at indeed.ca.
Fairmont Empress requires a full-time Bar Manager withprevious Food & Beverage leadership experience. Previousmixology and cocktail creation experience also required.Apply online at fairmont.com/careers. Closes Jan. 11.
Quality Foods in View Royal is hiring a Floral Manager.Find the complete job posting at jobs.localworkbc.ca.
Hertz has openings for a full-time Counter Sales Repre-sentative and Branch Manager Trainee at its Victoria air-port location. Must have valid BC driver’s license and beable to work evenings and weekends. More information athertz.com > Careers.
Sephora at Mayfair Shopping Centre has an opening fora Beauty Advisor. Education and product experience inskincare, colour and fragrance is desirable but not a must.Go to sephora.com/careers.
Tommy Hilfiger in Langford is filling multiple positionsin Store Management. Minimum of three years’ experi-ence, preferably in a retail clothing environment, orequivalent with management and supervisory experienceis required. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule tomeet the needs of the business. Find out more attommy.com > Careers.
Neegan Development Corporation is looking for Tempsto fill a wide range of positions for its clients, includingCall Centre, Customer Service Officers, Internal and Out-bound Sales. Apply to become a contractor at indeed.ca.
The Brick in Langford is hiring a Warehouse/ Merchan-dising Associate. Qualifications include 2 years of experi-ence in a merchandising or customer service environment,and the ability to lift and carry heavy merchandise ex-ceeding 50 lbs. Go to thebrick.com > Careers.
ParetoLogic requires four part-time Customer SupportSpecialists (Call Centre Agents). All applicants must beavailable to work weekends and shifs beginning as early as6:30 am. Details at workbc.ca. Expires Dec. 31.
START-Youth Employment ProgramOpportunity for unemployed non-EI British Columbians ages 15-30
Eligibility for STARTLooking for Work?
· Are you from 15-30 years old?· Are you a recent grad?· Are you looking for work?· Are you not getting interviews?· Have you had interviews but not
got the job?· Do you lack experience?· Do you want to make a change?· START is a job search program for
eligible people under 30 years oldwho want to becomeindependent and find a job orcareer that will be sustainable.
· If you are not on EI, not in schoolthis may be the program for you!
START Program OffersSTART Program Offers
· 6 weeks of facilitated group work withfollow up support
· Training and living allowances up to 6weeks of group work
· Preparation for employment includingindustry specific short term trainingcertificates to enhance labour marketparticipation (Food Safe, First Aid,Customer Service)
· 13 week work experience and potentiallyaccess a wage subsidy
· Opportunity to work with a JobDeveloper
West Shore/Sooke
Booking interviews now! Call today 250-478-9525!Next START Date: January 4th
