Career Practitioner

Association for New Canadians • Grand Falls-Windsor, NL

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees. Reporting to the Manager of Employment Services – Humanitarian Migrants, the Career Practitioner is responsible for assisting newcomers to Canada with preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining meaningful employment in Newfoundland and Labrador. This position will have a specific focus on strengthening employment opportunities in rural Newfoundland and Labrador through employer engagement, partnership development, and supporting the recruitment and retention of newcomers in rural communities.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, business, human resources, community development, or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in counselling techniques, career planning, job search support, employer engagement, and knowledge of the changing labour market.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related computer applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to engage clients, employers, and community partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also taking initiative and working independently.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Flexible to work outside of standard core hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm).
• Travel throughout Central Newfoundland and surrounding communities will be required.
• Valid Class 5 NL driver’s license and daily access to a reliable vehicle is required.
• This position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.

Nice To Haves

• Specific knowledge of employment trends in rural Newfoundland and Labrador is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ education, work history, and skill enhancement needs to develop individualized action plans that support successful labour market integration.
• Engage employers throughout rural Newfoundland and Labrador to identify workforce needs, build partnerships, and promote opportunities for hiring and retaining newcomers.
• Collaborate with Employer Engagement Officers and/or employers to match clients to suitable employment or training placements.
• Maintain confidential, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches to working with diverse populations.
• Assume responsibility for daily caseload management, maintain accurate and up-to-date client case notes, track participation in workshops and outcome data; provide detailed progress reports related to employer engagement activities and regional employment outcomes.
• Provide individualized and group-based support in career development, including career planning, resume and interview preparation, job search strategies, and job maintenance; assist in pre-selecting candidates for employment opportunities.
• Provide current information to clients regarding access to support programs and services.
• Support clients in achieving employment goals, leading to integration in local communities.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Perform other related activities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level