Position Title:

Career & Employment Advisor – Medicine Hat

Pay Grid:

$22-$25/hour

Department:

Employment Centre

Hours:

40 hours/week

Our Culture: YMCA of southeastern Alberta strives to integrate our commitment to diversity and social

inclusion in all that we do. We believe that robust leadership is created through the sharing

of diverse experiences and perspectives. We actively seek candidates who embody these

principles and who reflect the many dimensions of the communities we serve. We are a

charitable organization that provides health and fitness opportunities, employment services,

licensed childcare, and various community programs in Medicine Hat, Redcliff, and Brooks.

When you work at the YMCA, you’ll play an important part in building strong, thriving

communities while positively impacting people’s lives. Join our team at the Y, a place where

everyone belongs — including you!

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our

cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day,

demonstrating our values in action.

We do the right thing.

We are caring, respectful, honest, and responsible in all that we do.

We put people first.

We believe in each other – honouring our strengths, diversity, perspectives, and passions.

We do what we say we will do.

We lead by example.

We are courageous, speaking with conviction and always willing to listen and collaborate.

What qualifications are we looking for? At the YMCA of southeastern Alberta, we strive to ensure our employees are a valuable fit

based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

The successful candidate will have the following:

Education/Certifications/Credentials/Professional Registration

University Degree or Diploma in Human Services/ HR/Social Sciences and/or Business

Evidence of a clear Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector Search if applicable), within the last six months

Must have class 07 automobile insurance coverage business use (or pleasure with occasional business use) and a minimum of $2,000,000 in liability coverage

Knowledge & Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook





Knowledge of employment, education, and training strategies, local labour market information and community resources

Exceptional customer service attitude and skills

Organizational and time management skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

What does this role look like at the YMCA of southeastern Alberta? Reporting to the Director of Employment Services, the Career and Employment Advisor will

assist individuals in providing comprehensive and individualized services that enable job

seekers to acquire workplace and occupational skills allowing them to re-enter the

workforce as quickly as possible.

The responsibilities and duties of this role will include but is not limited to:

Customer Service

Assist participants with resume development, job search strategies, interview skills, training opportunities, career planning, employability skills and labour market information

Initiate, develop and maintain employer contacts by marketing our programs

Negotiate job placements and work experience opportunities for clients with employers in the City of Brooks, County of Newell region

Respond to phone calls/emails within 24 business hours

Greet customers/program participants professionally and courteously

YMCA Values

Exemplify the values of honesty, respect, responsibility, caring, and inclusiveness at all time

Teamwork

Work effectively within the Association Services team, contributing to its overall

success by:

Promoting the YMCA’s annual Y Connect Campaign

Contributing to a positive and healthy workplace culture

Other duties as assigned

Ability to initiate and model positive change

Standards that Shine

Achieve all quality standards and targets established under YMCA best practices and the YMCA’s Standards that Shine

General cleaning as required around the facility





Ensuring all staff are aware of Standards that Shine, and work with them to create a culture of excellence in adherence to guidelines and expectations outlined by the Standards that Shine.

Interpersonal/Communication Skills

Ensure any conflict in the workplace is resolved promptly, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures

Quality of Work

Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner

Initiate, develop and maintain employer contacts by marketing our programs – the

position will entail initiating and meeting with local businesses/employers to promote

our clients and available services

Negotiate job placements and work experience opportunities for clients with

employers

Provide ongoing coaching on a one‑on‑one basis for individuals connecting to the

workforce

Conduct a thorough assessment to help clients identify their interests, skills, and

abilities, and relate them to the workforce

Assist clients in identifying and addressing barriers to employment

Conduct follow‑up services with clients

Facilitate life management and employability workshops

Conduct data entry into the Mobius tracking system

Compliance with Legislation and YMCA Policies and Procedure

Ensure all YMCA policies/procedures and applicable legislation is followed

Compliance with funding contracts, including meeting targets/outcomes, reporting,

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Office located on the main floor.

Sitting at a desk and using a computer for most of the day

From time to time, may need to lift boxes of files weighing up to 20 lbs

May be exposed to all weather conditions when walking outside to/from vehicle.

May be exposed to all weather conditions when using vehicle for occasional business

purposes (e.g., going to an employer meeting).

The Benefits to Joining our Team:

Paid wellness days and benefits package after 3-month probationary period

Paid Birthday and Employment Anniversary Date

Free Health Plus Membership with 15% discount for family members

2 weeks paid vacation after 3 months prorated based on startdate

1 week of PTO after 3 months prorated based on startdate

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📌 Career & Employment Advisor (Winnipeg)
🏢 YMCA of Medicine Hat
📍 Winnipeg