Career Development Practitioners (CDPs)

Career development practitioners help individuals gain greater self-awareness, explore career options, make informed decisions about their learning, training, and career possibilities to successfully manage life and work transitions.

Suggested Activities:

Attend the Launch of Manitoba Career and Workforce Development Month on Monday, November 4, 2024.
Register for and attend the "Let's Get to Work" pre-conference training on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
Post interesting facts about your own career journey, how you contribute to your organization, three things your career journey has taught you about yourself, your greater career accomplishment, suggestions for interviews, etc. in your office.
Inform people about your organization and your mission, services and how to connect with you. who are the people that makeup your team?
Post articles/community resources/'aha moments' on social media.
Write an article to post on CareerWise and/or Canadian Journal of Career Development.
Discover ways to manage stress related to your role; make self-care a practice.
Read articles such as: Career Development is a SUPERPOWER

Become a member of MACD to benefit from free professional development, networking and so much more!
Register for and attend the "Let's Get to Work" conference on Friday, November 1, 2024.
Share a career development tip for personal or career growth on social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).
Post a reel on TikTok about events/activities for Career & Workforce Development Month.
Get your clients involved, i.e. help them to see the power of strong communication skills among colleagues, ask them to promote the workplaces they have enjoyed working at most and why.
Schedule a coffee chat or meal with a colleague to learn more about their role.
Read a book such as: Strengthening Mental Health Through Effective Career Development: A Practitioner’s Guide. Career development practice is a mental health intervention and this book provides skills and strategies to support career development practitioners in their work.

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT

FOR THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER

NETWORK!

Yes, even professionals can benefit from continued networking. However, it doesn't need to be flashy & onerous. Try some of the following activities:

Suggested activities:
- Schedule a 15 to 30 minute chat with a colleague. Prepare a couple of questions about something you would like to know more about and see where the conversation goes.
- Schedule a meeting with someone who works in an adjacent organization. Can be in person or virtual. Prepare a couple of questions about something you want to know more about in relation to how the two organizations work together.
- Sign up for a networking event; grab a colleague and see what magic happens

READ, LISTEN TO A PODCAST OR WATCH VIDEOS!

Taking time to increase your own knowledge and exposure to different ideas, practices and theories can help in your daily work.

Some resources to try:

Listen to the MACD Podcast, Career Conversations with David Driver, to hear about the journeys of CDPs; no two journeys are the same.
Acquaint yourself with CERIC, celebrating 20 years of advancing the field of career development in Canada. There are amazing resources available; research opportunities; programs; and other events.
Check out the MACD Resource Gateway with open-access resources for practitioners, clients, job seekers, etc.

SEEK OUT TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPTIONS:

Continuous learning is paramount in today's workplace; the volume of knowledge and speed of change means that we can become outdated quite quickly. In addition, if one is promoted without proper training, it is important seek that out. Below are just some options available:

MACD presents professional development opportunities, generally via Zoom. Keep an eye on what is available through the website, LinkedIn, and email.
The Canadian Career Development Foundation (CCDF) offers training online through their VOCO Training Centre for affordable fees.
The University of Winnipeg in collaboration with the Winnipeg Transition Centre offers the Career & Employment Coach Certificate.

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!

Self-care and wellness is not just for your clients. Practitioners need to also take care of themselves. Be sure to take time for you in the middle of the chaos in which we all work. Some suggestions:

Engage in / start a meditation or mindfulness practice.
Eat lunch away from your computer, tablet and phone.
Go for a walk with a colleague or friend before/after work or during lunch time (just don't forget to eat!).
Set a regular bedtime and wake up time to ensure sufficient sleep.
Schedule regular check ins with your doctor, dentist, and other healthcare practitioners.

FOR WORKING WITH CLIENTS

FIND NEW RESOURCES FOR CLIENTS:

There is an infinite number of resources available, and we cannot all know what they are all the time. Taking time to find new ones can benefit both your practice and the client outcomes. How many of these are you familiar with?

The MACD Resource Gateway
The Work in Manitoba portal
The Government of Canada's Job Bank
Government of MB Training & Employment Services
Manitoba Sector Council Program
Manitoba Labour Market Outlook
Labour Market Information Council (LMIC) / Le Conseil de l’information sur le marché du travail (CIMT)

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Clients may be looking for tradition or nontraditional education and training. Here are some links to help you and your clients determine a good option:

Workplace Education Manitoba (wem)
Adult Learning & Literacy
Apprenticeship Manitoba
Post-Secondary Education programs & services
Private vocational institutions
NGO non-profit education and training in Manitoba
Safe Workers of Tomorrow
Safety Services Manitoba

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Is your client is interested in being their own boss or creating an entrepreneurial opportunity for themselves? Check out these resources to assist them to discover opportunities and move forward.

Starting a Business in Manitoba
WEMB - formerly the Women's Enterprise Centre
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
Entrepreneur Pathway for Immigrants
Social Enterprise Manitoba
North Forge Technology Exchange

GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF CAREER DEVELOPMENT

These Guiding Principles reflect multiple voices at CERIC and are intended as a starting point to inform discussions with clients, employers, funders, policy-makers and families.

The Guiding Principles include an exploration of the word “career” and outline the many benefits of career development.

Downloadable Guiding Principles documents

Career Development Practitioners (CDPs)

Suggested Activities:

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT

FOR THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER

FOR WORKING WITH CLIENTS

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