ISANS Engineering Work-Based Competency Assessment Program
ISANS (Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia) is a leading community organization dedicated to helping immigrants fully participate in Canadian life. With a focus on diversity, respect, innovation, collaboration, and accountability, ISANS offers a range of services including employment support, language programs, business development assistance, settlement support, and community connections. Through its mission-driven work, ISANS serves thousands of clients annually, connecting them with employers, resources, and opportunities for skill development.
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Program ISANS ENGINEERING WORK- BASED COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Mission Statement ISANS is a leading community organization that welcomes immigrants. Working in partnership, ISANS offers services and creates opportunities that enable immigrants to participate fully in Canadian life.
Values ISANS values represent the philosophy and beliefs of the organization, guiding all our decisions and actions. Diversity Respect Innovation Collaboration Accountability
Who We Are 4188 clients served last year staff who is dedicated, diverse, highly professional, qualified and experienced in their field. serving immigrants for over 35 years connecting immigrants with employers connecting immigrants with the community 2222 new clients 1000 trained volunteers 147 qualified staff 90 countries of client origin 100+ NS communities served 45 countries of staff origin
What We Do Distance and Online Services Find Employment Learn English Do Business Get Settled We help immigrants to be independent and effective in their job search. Employment counselling Job search workshops Job Search Resource Centre Online Skills Match Practice interviews Work placements Professional mentors Profession-specific bridging programs Pathways to licensure Career Pathway Loan Fund Computer training We offer a variety of language programs for immigrants to Nova Scotia. We provide services and support to immigrants at all stages of business start- up and development. We help immigrants to settle and gives orientation to living in Nova Scotia. ISANS provides many opportunities for immigrants to develop skills and make connections pre-arrival, online and throughout Nova Scotia. Literacy Literacy and Sign Language for deaf students Family learning program English for everyday living English for work and business Communication for healthcare professionals and engineers Evening English classes English in the Workplace Business counselling at ISANS and on-site at businesses Business training, information and referral Networking and showcase events Monthly business newsletter Online Business Directory Intake, needs assessment and referral Orientation services Settlement support CrIsis intervention services Refugee support Family support Counselling Interpretation and translation Health support services Private refugee sponsorship support Legal support services *Services available by distance or online are printed in black.
What We Do Connect with the Community Get Involved Stay Informed Employer Support Temporary Foreign Workers Our resources are available online at www.isans.ca ISANS connects immigrants with volunteers and the community. We offer training and a variety of opportunities for volunteers. We help employers build strong and diverse workplaces. We provide support for Temporary Foreign Workers and their families. Facts and statistics Reports Articles Teaching and learning materials Online Skills Match Work placement On-site recruitment sessions Workplace culture workshops English in the Workplace Community volunteers Welcoming events Building Cultural Competence Workshops Newcomer Community Wellness Project Growing Strong Neighbourhoods Project Community volunteer English tutor Professional mentor Practice interviewer Classroom assistant And more! Intake, needs assessment, information and referrals Translation services Labour Standards Information Employment Counsellor support
History of IEE Bridging program Engineering has always been one of the leading occupations of ISANS clients (130 engineers referred from Apr 1, 2015 March 31, 2016). In 2005, Engineering Multi-Stakeholder group formed Partnerships are central to our work: Engineers NS, Engineers Canada, local employers Provincial funding: Labour and Advanced Education and NSOI Led to development of IEE Bridging program
IEE Bridging Program Is a twelve week, full-time, unpaid, work-based competency assessment program. Based on seven engineering competencies defined by Engineers Canada: A. Apply Engineering Knowledge, Methods and Techniques B. Use Engineering Technology, Tools and Equipment C. Protect the Public Interest D. Manage Engineering Activities E. Communicate Engineering Information F. Work Collaboratively in a Canadian Environment G. Maintain and Enhance Engineering Skills and Knowledge
Who are the participants? Professional and experienced engineers, from all engineering disciplines: mechanical, biomedical, chemical, software, civil/structural, industrial, etc. Companies representing many sectors across NS: *NSHA, *TIR, Dept. of Environment, *Dexter Construction, *NSPI, *Green Power Labs, Emera Energy, WM Fares, *Pinto Engineering, *SNC Lavalin, NSCC, Bank Group, *Michelin, Duron Atlantic, Banc Group, *Nautel, Boomers Technical Resources, Amec, SBM Offshore, Jasco, Saint Mary s University, etc
Coordinator Helps to explain pathway to licensure Works with engineer to identify engineering employers Looks for ideal placement opportunities Provides training for engineer and supervisor on how to demonstrate and evaluate competencies Builds relationships with engineering companies Helps to facilitate placement opportunities Refers client to appropriate ISANS services Supports the relationship between the Engineering supervisor and the Engineer with mid term and final check ins
Benefits Creates an opportunity to demonstrate engineering competencies with a local engineering firm Local references and employer connections Meet other professionals, networking opportunity May lead to paid employment Work experience may be eligible for credit towards the 1 year of Canadian work experience required for licensure
Client Supports Pre/post arrival employment workshops: job search strategies (resumes, cover letters, practice interviews, job searching), Canadian workplace culture & integration Orientation programs for client (Introduction to NS) Orientation and Communication Skills for Engineers Practice Interview English in the workplace; writing and pronunciation courses On-line learning community Career Pathways Loan Fund
Success in Numbers Since 2013, 57 engineers completed program and 24 licensed as P.eng or EIT 21 engineers placed in 2015 (exceeding target) 10 engineers hired during or after placement in 2015 (some placements on-going) 65% have gained employment before or after placement since 2012 19 engineering companies participated in 2015; some hosting multiple placements 282 company contacts made in 2015 79 engineers worked with Coordinator in 2015
Success Stories- Employer Feedback Was the program a benefit to your company? Yes. It provides some of the same benefits a company gets from a co-op program with two additional upsides to it. First, the candidate came with more experience. This allows the employer to assign a more in-depth project to the candidate. Second point is the cost factor compared to co-op programs. (Michelin) This program was definitely a benefit for our company. It gave us a highly skilled engineer who was able to help with advanced data analysis and bring a project to completion. (IWK)
Success Stories- Client Feedback I am writing this email to let you know that one month has passed since I have started my work placement. I am very very like the company, my role and people I work with. Currently, I am working on one of the very interesting project that contains very complicated wireless system. Rosemary, I would like to thank you so much for arranging me this work place (employer name) very special for me! (client) I had one job interview in the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal on June 29, 2015. The interview went very well and guess what? I GOT THE JOB. I received the official offer letter yesterday mentioning that I will be a Road Safety Engineer in the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal (my dream job). I am joining on August 4, 2015. I guess I am another successful WPAC candidate getting the job. (client)
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