School Liaison Career Practitioner; Designated Position Job Dartmouth area,Nova Scotia Canada,Social Work

Position: School Liaison Career Practitioner (Designated Position)

This position is designated for applications who self-identify as African Nova Scotian or a person of African descent

Location:

Dartmouth / Cole Harbour Program: YMCA Nova Scotia Works Employment Program Position Status:
Full-Time Compensation: $45,000 - $48,000 per year

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.

With us at their side, they can Shine On.

As part of your total compensation:

Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs
3 weeks’ Vacation entitlement and paid wellness days
Comprehensive benefits package and pension
Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services

About the Role:

The YMCA Nova Scotia Works Employment Program delivers a comprehensive service for work seekers and employers throughout HRM and surrounding communities. Reporting to the Manager, YMCA Nova Scotia Works, the School Liaison Career Practitioner will be responsible for providing career guidance and career development services to students in Grades 7–12 attending Cole Harbour District High School, Auburn Drive High School, Woodlawn High School, and feeder schools.

In

this role, you will:

Engage students in career development with a focus on African Nova Scotian students
Facilitate workshops for students and their parents/guardians
Help Grade 12 students connect with a Nova Scotia Works Case Manager if they do not plan to pursue post‑secondary education after graduation
Provide resources to help address barriers to employment
Manage statistics within the designated database
Monitor, evaluate, and adjust services to align with student needs
Submit monthly statistical and activity reports
Be flexible and accessible to students at all school locations including Woodlawn, Cole Harbour, Auburn Drive, and feeder schools
Work closely with school administration to provide onsite programming and one‑on‑one appointments
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders

Education and Skills

Qualifications:

Strong working knowledge of career development services
Demonstrated connection with African Nova Scotian communities
Degree or post‑secondary education in a human services field or related discipline, or a combination of education, work, and volunteer experience
Experience using Microsoft Word, email, internet applications, and database programs
Access to reliable transportation
Knowledge of community organizations, service providers, and referral agencies
Ability to access and effectively use information and communication technology
Commitment to inclusive practices, ethical decision making, and respect for diversity
Demonstrated research, networking, rapport‑building,…