Discover – The Opportunity – Truro, NSLocationTruro, Nova ScotiaEmployment TypeFull-timeStart DateApproximately August 17, 2026 (with annual layoff between June and late August)Salary$57,867.56 to $67,797.83 annuallyApplication Deadline11:59 PM, July 7, 2026BenefitsHealth InsuranceDental InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement PlansLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition AidWellness ProgramsWhat you'll doThe Employment Specialist reports to the College/campus for the facilitation and support of employability skill development for participants with disabilities in the Achieve Program.Collaborates with employers, the business community, and service providers.Provides leadership and guidance enabling persons with disabilities to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes for long‑term employment. Supports development of employability skills, provides job coaching, and coordinates work experiences.QualificationsPost‑secondary diploma in human services, social services or related discipline. Certified Career Development Practitioner designation is an asset.Minimum three years of recent and related occupational experience supporting persons with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.Experience facilitating workshops or groups with adults or in adult education is an asset.Familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, E‑mail, Learning Management Systems (Brightspace) and Microsoft Teams.Comfortable working in a digital environment and committed to advancing technology in work.Experience liaising with employers and students is an asset.Experience with on‑site job coaching is an asset.Must have reliable transportation for site visits and job coaching.Relevant Skills and KnowledgeCommitment to inclusion,



diversity, equity, accessibility and anti‑racism.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact at all levels of an organization.Superior customer service skills and ability to build trustful relationships.Solid team‑working skills enabling positive contribution to a team environment.Current knowledge and experience with job searching techniques, interview skills, onboarding and workplace accommodations for employees with diverse skill sets.Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.Robust communication skills.Excellent coordination skills related to tracking employees at multiple locations.Proven record in information management of employee or student records.Excellent interpersonal skills, including working with neurodiverse individuals and maintaining composure during unanticipated situations.EEO StatementWe value diversity and inclusion and are committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi’kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants may self‑identify by completing the online questionnaire within the application.ApplyCandidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent occupational references and official transcripts to prove academic achievements. NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist, at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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