Employment Specialist

The Open Door Group•Calgary, AB

6d•CA$32 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

The Employment Specialist supports participants throughout their employment journey using a strength-based and stability-focused approach. The Employment Specialist provides individualized career development services including vocational assessment, employment planning, skill development, job search support, employer engagement, and post-placement follow up. Working collaboratively with team members and community partners, the Employment Specialist helps participants build the foundation necessary for meaningful and sustainable employment.

Requirements

Diploma in Social Sciences or a relevant discipline
Recent, related experience of three (3) years, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a helping profession supporting individuals with disabilities and complex barriers
Proficient in conducting client assessments, developing individualized employment service plans, and delivering one-on-one employment counselling and coaching.
Strong knowledge of job search strategies, career development theory, employment barriers, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Experienced in designing and delivering engaging group programs using adult learning and experiential facilitation techniques.
Well-versed in local labour market trends, in-demand occupations, and community-based wraparound supports to help clients access appropriate services and opportunities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse clients, employers, and partners.
Skilled in conflict resolution, diplomacy, and fostering collaborative relationships.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, databases, and standard office equipment.
Comfortable using digital platforms to communicate and deliver virtual or hybrid programming.
Strong typing skills and attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
Able to manage a high-volume caseload, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining a high standard of client-centered service.
Able to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative, flexibility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Committed to the mission, vision, and values of Open Door Group.

Nice To Haves

IM&M+ certification (can be acquired after hire)
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (can be acquired after hire)
Mental Health First Aid Training (can be acquired after hire)
Motivational Interviewing Training and Certiﬁcation
Trauma-Informed Practice Training and Certiﬁcation
CCDP Certiﬁcation
Valid Alberta driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle during working hours
Satisfactory criminal record, including a vulnerable sector check

Responsibilities

Provides individualized career development services including vocational assessment, employment planning, skill development, job search support, employer engagement, and post-placement follow up.
Works collaboratively with team members and community partners to help participants build the foundation necessary for meaningful and sustainable employment.
Conducts client assessments.
Develops individualized employment service plans.
Delivers one-on-one employment counselling and coaching.
Designs and delivers engaging group programs using adult learning and experiential facilitation techniques.
Fosters a positive, inclusive environment that supports skill development, motivation, and peer learning.
Manages a high-volume caseload.
Meets deadlines.
Adapts to shifting priorities while maintaining a high standard of client-centered service.
Works independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Commits to the mission, vision, and values of Open Door Group.