Support Worker, Community Health

Position: Employment Support Worker
Cape Breton Island Centre for Immigration / 37 Nepean Street, Sydney

Understand, execute, and update as needed project objectives and deliverables

Work with Retention Facilitator to develop events and programming aligned with contract deliverables

Manage feedback mechanisms to reflect and improve on project objectives

Engage with employers across the CBRM, building relationship and partnerships where necessary

One on one employment support/counselling with eligible clients (resume/cover letter creation, recognizing transferable skills, interview prep, tailored guidance to client’s specific career goals

Creating and fostering connections to/with professional networking opportunities; act as liaison between client and employer

Organize/deliver skill development workshops (effective job search strategies, workplace culture, communication skills)

Research and evaluation (identify employer/specific sector needs, identify barriers to entry into the workforce)

Organize 2 cohorts of clients for targeted/sector focused employment education

Other

Duties & Responsibilities

Participate in internal team meetings as required

Look for potential improvements and help implement solutions

Maintain quality, safety and the confidentiality of employees, clients, and volunteers

Maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity so as to portray New Dawn in a positive manner, consistent with its values and vision

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, engaging in professional networks, and participating in professional organizations

Respond to the needs of others with effective communication, mutual respect, and consistent follow through to build trust and workplace relationships

Promote the mission and values of New Dawn both internally and externally

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

College Diploma or University Degree in a related field

Current (within last 6 months) clear Criminal Record Check

Compassion, empathy, diplomacy, and problem solving

Experience working with and advocating for vulnerable populations

Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with guidance

Exceptional attention to detail and verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with others toward shared goals

Highly organized and ability to work well under pressure

Proficiency with Microsoft suite of programs and applications

High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability

Understands servant leadership and community-centricity

Work Conditions

Use of desktop computer and peripherals

Interaction with employees, volunteers, management, clients and the public

Travel may be required

Overtime may be required; working evenings/weekends as needed

Environment can be busy and/or noisy at times

Total Compensation Package

New Dawn Enterprises believes in supporting the well-being of employees and, in service of this, has created the following compensation package for salaried employees of New Dawn Enterprises, in addition to their salaries:

Flexible Work Week

In recognition of the benefits of greater work-life balance and the value of flexibility and autonomy for human wellbeing, New Dawn makes every attempt to offer a flexible work schedule to our employees. This looks different across New Dawn divisions for each position and is structured in discussion with New Dawn management. Some examples include (where possible & appropriate) flex-time, working from home, reduced hours, etc.

Paid Vacation

All full-time salaried employees are entitled to one hundred and twenty (120) hours of paid vacation, annually.

Paid Mental & Physical Health Days

All full-time salaried employees are entitled to fifty‑six (56) hours of paid leave for mental and physical health, annually. These days can be used to take time off work for physical and/or mental wellness/illness, and to attend appointments for the employee and/or their dependents.

Paid Holidays

New Dawn observes the following thirteen (13) public holidays:
New Year’s Day, Heritage Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing…