Yalda Sohrabi

Work within a multi-agency team to deliver employment services and support diverse client populations, including specialized groups.

Employment Counsellor - WorkBC - Port Moody, BC

(2024-01)

Work within a multi-agency team to deliver employment services and support diverse client populations, including specialized groups.

• Conduct formal needs assessments and develop individualized Return-to-Work Action Plans based on client goals.
• Maintain accurate case files and report client progress and milestones using the Integrated Case Management (ICM) system.
• Ensure data accuracy, file consistency, and compliance with government audit and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate client referrals to workshops, training programs, and employment interventions.
• Support clients with financial and benefits-related calculations, eligibility tracking, and system updates related to employment supports.

HR and Administrative Assistant - Olfat and Associates - Port Coquitlam, BC

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

Supported day-to-day HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, and HR documentation.

• Assisted with job postings, resume screening, interview scheduling, and coordination of hiring processes.
• Managed employee files, confidential documents, and HR-related correspondence with high attention to accuracy and privacy.
• Supported onboarding and orientation processes for new hires and ensured completion of required documentation.
• Responded to employee inquiries and provided administrative support for HR processes and workflows.

HR Practicum Student - Glentel Inc. - Burnaby, BC

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

• Conducted Employee Satisfaction Analysis Project
• Developed internal training workshops.

Payroll Practicum Student - Accountium - New Westminster, BC

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

Assisted with payroll processing, data entry, and employee record maintenance.

• Ensured accuracy of payroll data and supported reconciliation of employee information.
• Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive payroll and employee information.

Office Assistant - Ocean Ceramics - Aldergrove, BC

(2020-01 - 2022-12)

Supported onboarding and training of new employees to ensure adherence to workplace standards.

• Maintained documentation and assisted in tracking quality control and workflow processes.
• Promoted effective team communication and supported operational efficiency.

Operations Manager - Royal Gourmet Foods - Burnaby, BC

(2015-01 - 2020-12)

Supported HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and training coordination.

• Assisted with employee performance monitoring and operational reporting.
• Ensured compliance with workplace health and safety regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborated with HR and payroll teams to support smooth HR and operational processes.
• Implemented staff training and development initiatives to improve performance and productivity.

HR Specialist - IMI - Tehran, Iran

(2004-01 - 2014-12)

Managed full HR cycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.

• Designed and implemented performance appraisal systems and HR reporting processes.
• Supported talent acquisition including job posting, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Maintained HR data and generated reports to support workforce planning and decision-making.
• Ensured compliance with HR policies and supported administrative HR functions.

Diploma - HR and Payroll Coordinator - VCC (2024-12)

Certificate - International Human Resources Consulting - IAP Career College (2022-12)

Certification - QuickBooks ProAdvisor - QuickBooks (2022-12)

Master's - business administration (MBA in HR) - IMI (2010-12)

Certificate - Management Consulting - IMI (2005-12)