02 Nov
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ASPECT BC - Association of Service Providers for Employability and Career Training
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Canada
02 Nov
ASPECT BC - Association of Service Providers for Employability and Career Training
Canada
At S.U.C.C.E.S.S., you will be able to grow and develop alongside a diverse team of professionals and enjoy great 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: Integrated Services for Newcomers
Program: Settlement & Family Services - Settlement Programs
Employment Type: Temporary Full time (35+ hours/week)
Number of Positions: 1
Compensation: $30.35 - $33.20 per hour
Contract Duration: December 1, 2026 - June 9, 2028
About the Position
The Settlement Program Coordinator supports and works collaboratively with Community Integration Practitioners to provide settlement services to temporary residents, naturalized citizens, newcomers, refugees, and their families within the Greater Vancouver area. This position contributes to service planning, supports the implementation of services, provides direct service delivery, and fosters development of active local referral networks for clients.
Reports to: Senior Settlement Manager
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Develops and implements newcomer settlement service plans with settlement program staff to support effective service delivery
- Delivers direct settlement services in person, by phone, online, or through outreach in the areas of Needs Assessment and Referrals, Information and Orientation, Employment-Related Services, Community Connections and Informal Language Training
- Provides program orientation to new team members
- Supports and trains Community Integration Practitioners to strengthen their knowledge of settlement, labour market,
and immigration navigation for newcomers, citizens, refugees, and temporary residents
- Provides ongoing mentoring and coaching to program staff to support effective service implementation and quality employment and settlement outcomes for clients
- Stays current on changes affecting the program, including community and government services, policies, and procedures, and shares updates with staff to ensure clients receive accurate settlement information
- Builds relationships with local settlement organizations, school districts, and community partners to support networking and employment opportunities for newcomers
- Provides settlement assistance and support to newcomers arriving at YVR
- Organizes and delivers workshops, orientations, support groups, and other regional program activities for various client groups, including refugees, families, women, youth, and skilled workers, in collaboration with program staff
- Liaises with community service providers, government agencies, and other organizations in the region to develop active local referral networks for clients
- Resolves disputes or complaints from clients or settlement staff and escalates issues when necessary
- Submits accurate service records, statistics,
and program reports to the Senior Settlement Manager within scheduled timelines
- Participates in internal and external meetings, agency events, and training sessions as approved by the Senior Settlement Manager
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Education, Training and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences, Human Services, or a related field
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience working with immigrants, refugees, temporary residents, naturalized citizens, and other eligible groups.
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience working with diverse client groups and immigrant-related services
- Experience building partnerships with employers, agencies, and other stakeholders
- Experience planning and facilitating workshops and events
- Experience delivering in-person and online services and special events
- Knowledge of the local geographic area
Job Skill and Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Additional languages may be an asset when required to meet operational needs in serving communities with specific language requirements as this position supports a diverse newcomer families as part of our contractual obligations with IRCC and the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills
- Excellent program and people coordination skills
- Excellent resource management, time management, and organizational skills
- Strong technical skills in MS Office and web-based applications, such as Microsoft T
📌 13619 - Settlement Program Coordinator (Canada)
🏢 ASPECT BC - Association of Service Providers for Employability and Career Training
📍 Canada