At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy outstanding benefits and perks. Experience what it is like to join a purpose-driven organization and make meaningful contributions to our community. Explore our amazing new opportunities.Division: Career and Youth Services (CYS)Program: Active Generation for Employment (AGE)Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (35 hours per week)Number of Positions:1Contract Duration: August 24, 2026 - March 31, 2027Compensation:$28.18 - $29.87 per hourAboutthe Position:The Employment Specialist provides a full range of employment services to job seekers, including needs assessment, case management, workshop facilitation, individual job search coaching and support, training intervention arrangements, and making employer connections.Reports to: Program Director and designated Program ManagersKey Duties and Responsibilities:Performs active client intakesConducts formal needs assessments through structured interview processes to identify and prioritize issues/barriers that are preventing clients from achieving employmentDevelops personalized plans that addresses clients' needs and makes use of services available within and outside the programMakes referrals and arrangements for the client to complete short term certificate trainings, community resources, and training vendors as neededDevelops workshop curriculumFacilitates cohort trainings and workshopsConnects and builds relationships with employers to offer employment and/or practicum opportunities with/without wage subsidies for program graduatesMonitors client progress by reviewing activities and learning outcomesReviews, revises, and updates action plans to enhance self-sufficiency and sustainable labour market attachmentEnsures clients achieve employment (or pursue education opportunities)



in a timely mannerDetermines client needs and eligibility and administers program financial supports where appropriateCompletes documentation and prepares client filesEnsures client activities fall within the scope of the budget parametersEnsures Progress Markers (PM) targets for the program are met on an individual basis every monthCaptures client data to evidence qualitative and quantitative outcomesWrites client progress notes, follow-up reports, and success storiesParticipates in program promotional and marketing activitiesOther related duties as assigned by the Program CoordinatorEducation, Training and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experienceCCDP credential is an assetNon-Violent Crisis Intervention training an assetMental Health First Aid training is an assetExperience in working with diverse clients facing barriersExperience in employment counselling and work placementExperience in funded employment programs is an assetExperience conducting needs assessments and developing action plansExperience in managing client data and documenting the counselling processExperience in curriculum development and workshop facilitationExperience in exploring and working with employers from diverse sectorsKnowledge of career counselling, cross-cultural counselling,



and job developmentKnowledge of local labour market trends and information in British ColumbiaJob Skills and Abilities:Excellent written and oral communication skillsSecond language knowledge is an assetExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to establish and maintain counselling relationship with clientsAbility to communicate effectively with service providers, stakeholders and employersAbility to proactively establish and build relationships with existing and prospective partnersAbility to work independently and as a part of a teamExcellent workshop facilitation skillsExcellent documentation and report-writing skillsExcellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent technical skills in MS Office and web-based research toolsExcellent attention to detailAdditional Information:Criminal Record Check requiredAbility to work at multiple outreach locations when requiredAbout S.U.C.C.E.S.S.:S.U.C.C.E.S.S. is a multicultural social services agency and registered charity located on the unceded Coast Salish lands of the xʷməθkʷəym (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, S.U.C.C.E.S.S. has been helping Canadians and newcomers to achieve their full potential on their Canadian journey since 1973. We are one of the largest social service agencies in Canada, with offices in BC, Ontario and internationally/abroad. We offer programs and services in the areas of immigration, newcomer settlement, English-language training, employment and entrepreneurship, family, youth and seniors programming, health education, community development, affordable housing and seniors' care.At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., we take care of our communities and our people!S.U.C.C.ES.S. is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to building an inclusive environment that embraces diversity of thought, backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to the equitable treatment of all individuals and will continue to embed diversity and inclusion principles within our policies, procedures, services, and activities.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 13598 - Employment Specialist (Winnipeg)
🏢 Communitas
📍 Winnipeg