Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Program: SchoolSettlement

Position Status: Full time,Seasonal (August 27, 2026 – June 30, 2027)

Compensation: $33,725.28over 10 months

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us toshine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem –our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages,social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today,our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meetingthe most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrantpopulation, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creatingcommunity for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, andsafe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone's in theircorner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than theythought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps peopleignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant andhealthy communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

As part of your total compensation:

ComplimentaryYMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities

Access to Yat Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home

Discountson YMCA childcare and camp programs

Three (3) weeks’vacation entitlement and paid wellness days

Comprehensivebenefits package and pension

Complimentarywellbeing and counselling services

About the role:
TheSchool Settlement Program Staff plays an essential role in the planning,implementation, and delivery of activities and services designed to support andempower newcomers as they settle in their new community. This position, underthe supervision of the Coordinator,



works to ensure that programs and servicesare inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the diverse needs of newcomers,fostering a sense of belonging. This role involves providing assistanceto students and families in adapting to their new educational environment,navigating the school system, and accessing community resources. This role willcollaborate with educators, school administrators, and community organizationsto ensure that newcomer families receive the necessary support for academicsuccess and social integration. By fostering positive relationships betweenstudents, schools, and the wider community, this role helps newcomers feelwelcome, supported, and empowered in their educational and settlement journey.

In this role, you will:

Provideindividual and group settlement support in schools

Buildeffective skilled relationships with school and community networks

Engageschools through awareness raising, meetings and building connections

Facilitateproblem solving using solution focused approaches

Supportclients to access supports and opportunities within the school system

Identifyand support opportunities to engage newcomer contributions

Providereferrals to community resources

Reportqualitative and quantitative information on work activities

Education and skills qualifications:

Languageproficiency in English and additional languages are an asset

Combinationof education and experience working in community setting

Exceptionalinterpersonal and communication skills

Strongorganizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks,



meetingdeadlines

Understandingof, and experience with, the Nova Scotia school system – policies,procedures, expectations etc.

Demonstrateddiscretion and sound judgement in the handling of confidential information

Excellentdata management skills and Microsoft 365 Skills

Experienceworking with and providing service to diverse populations

High levelof initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipatedsituations

Experiencedelivering presentations and workshops

Experienceworking with children providing creative group activities

Ability totravel within HRM

Please note that all successful candidates arerequired to provide:

ACriminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Register Check(less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older

Please note that background checks arereviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and ChildSafeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment atour YMCA.

At the YMCA, we arecommitted to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace whereevery team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full,authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives,backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to betterserve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer,we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black,Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals,gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnicminorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform usin advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

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