Job Coach – Education, Training and Research Position Status: One (1) Full-time (40 hours/week), One Year Contract (with possibility of extension) The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is looking for a Job Coach in Calgary, AB. Reporting to the Regional manager, the Job Coach will be responsible for assisting Métis clients to achieve long-term sustainable employment by providing support in developing job search strategies.

The Job

Coach will also assist in managing employment projects and support with trade student and summer student applications and assessments. The successful candidate will be a self‑motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and strong organization, time management, and planning skills to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Stay current with emerging trends in resume development and interview techniques, prepare clients for interviews, and develop and deliver training sessions on creating effective resumes.

Liaise with organizations, communities, and service agencies to develop community support networks, and deliver information to Métis organizations, community agencies, and employers regarding the Education, Training, and Research department’s programs and services. Attend meetings in the Indigenous/Métis community, educational institution meetings, and career and information fairs and events. Actively market the Education, Training, and Research department’s projects and services, and present information to various stakeholders as required.

Complete applications for summer students participating in placements lasting 6 to 16 weeks. This involves short assessment and minimal follow‑up until the student returns to school. Manage short‑term employment projects from initiation through completion, such as the Woman in Microbusiness and Entrepreneur Project.

Enter all client information, employment outcomes, interventions, comments, and other pertinent information in the Client Database following the steps required in KETO Manual.

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in Client Database to maintain monthly (or more) contact with clients. Query data and prepare reports and statistics as required. Advise the manager of trends, client needs, and potential training projects required in the region.

Ability to work in a quick‑paced, dynamic environment and be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities. Effective time management, planning, and multi‑tasking skills, with the ability to work within set deadlines, manage high caseloads, and deal effectively with various demands. Excellent assessment and facilitation skills, with the ability to apply effective employment counseling techniques and build workshops for job search clients.

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and a proven track record of building collaborative partnerships with a variety of internal and external shareholders. Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle and maintain confidentiality for sensitive or private information. Strong sense of cultural and political sensitivity and awareness, with a genuine interest and respect for a diversity of people.

Proficient in office software applications, such as Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace, and willingness to learn new software programs. Certificate, Diploma, of Degree in Humanities, Social Services, Career Development or related field. Knowledge of education programs/institutions, and community resources providing support to clients with barriers.

Experience or exposure networking with industry, employers, and community partners. knowledge of challenges and socio and economic factors facing Indigenous individuals, particularly Métis. Ability to work a regular schedule of 8:30am-4:30pm Monday to Friday. Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required.

Ability to travel throughout Alberta, as required. Reliable transportation to and from the office. The opportunity to work for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.

Training and professional development opportunities. Generous time off policies.

📌 Full-Time Training Specialist (Calgary)
🏢 Albertametis
📍 Calgary