Employment Specialist

Open Door Group (ODG), a mission-driven non-profit organization serving communities in Alberta and BC, is seeking an Employment Specialist to support individuals facing barriers to employment in achieving greater life stability, career readiness, and meaningful employment outcomes.

Status: Full-Time, temporary, until August 2027

Hours of Work: 36 Hours per week

Salary:$32.04 to $33.83 per hour

Location:The primary work location for this position will be our Open Door Group Calgary location at Suite 150, 707 10th Avenue SW.

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.

For a full overview of responsibilities, please see the complete job description available on our careers page:
Careers at Open Door Group

ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada's Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity. Join a team that values your unique contribution and believes in the boundless potential of every individual.

As a Certified Living Wage Employer, ODG is committed to offering more than just a job.

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. ODG is committed to transparent, equitable, and competitive pay structures, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance.

Your well-being matters. We provide a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefits package
and an Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your helath and well-being.

Be part of an organization that goes beyond the conventional, providing tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities. Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well-being of employers, job seekers, and the communities we serve.

We recognize that career paths are not always linear. Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.

• 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

• 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 considered an asset
• Trauma-Informed Practice Training and Certification are considered an asset
• CCDP Certification is considered an asset
• May require a valid Alberta driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle during working hours
• Must maintain a satisfactory criminal record, including a vulnerable sector check

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. Able to foster a positive, inclusive environment that supports skill development, motivation, and peer learning.