Employment Opportunities Opportunities
The Centre for Newcomers is a diverse and thriving community-based agency where you can use your professional skills and reach your career goals. With a staff of over 120, the Centre is one of the larger immigrant-serving agencies in Alberta. The mission of the Centre is to achieve the integration of newcomers in the community, through services and initiatives that promote diversity, participation and citizenship.
The Centre’s program includes services in English as a Second Language instruction, immigrant settlement and employment. The Centre engages in partnerships that promote diversity and the full participation of newcomers.
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Position Title: Community Engagement Worker
Community Relations Department
Posting No. 10-013
Position Summary
The Community Relations Department is looking for a dynamic and self-starting Community Engagement Worker to assist in the implementation of community development activities in the communities of Penbrooke Meadows and Albert/Radisson Heights. The Community Relations Department works on building and strengthening strategic community partnerships that support and promote community inclusiveness and stronger neighbourhoods. The outcomes of this program are geared towards strengthening neighbourhoods and increasing social inclusion.
This half-time (18.75 hr/week) position reports to the Community Relations Manager. Weekend and evening work is anticipated.
Responsibilities
- Organize core groups in Penbrooke Meadows and Albert/Radisson Heights
- Connect with target communities through outreach to community organizations, agencies and institutions
- Conduct different activities in the neigbourhoods as specified in the funding proposal
- Attend and participate in Penbrooke Meadows and Albert/Radisson Heights agency networking meetings and other networking meetings as requested by the Co-ordinator
- Assist in conducting community needs assessment
- Conduct regular surveys of residents of these communities
- Enter information into database and maintain records
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Residency in Marlborough or Penbrooke Meadows and Albert/Radisson Heights communities is required.
- Proficiency in one of the languages spoken in one of these countries: India, Pakistan, Sudan, South Korea, Columbia
- Familiarity in working with people from different cultures
- Demonstrated practical experience in working with community resources (schools, community centres, religious organizations etc.)
- Experience in organizing neighbourhood activities
- Good communication skills
- Accurate record keeping, filing and reporting skills in English.
To apply, please email your resume quoting the posting number 10-013 to:
jobs@centrefornewcomers.ca
Click here to print Job Posting 10-013
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Posting Date: July 20, 2010
Position Title: Youth Facilitator (Employment)
Youth Possibilities Program
Employment Services
Posting 10-018
Position Summary
The Youth Possibilities Program targets unemployed and underemployed immigrant youth, ages 15 - 30 in a group based pre-employment program. A Youth Facilitator in this program works with immigrant youth on employment and diversity issues.
This position reports to the Co-ordinator, Youth Possibilities Program. It is a temporary full time contract position which runs to December 31, 2010. The hours are 8:30 – 4:30 from Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
• Facilitate engaging workshops on career development topics
• Mentor youth through one-on-one meetings and in a group environment
• Maintain accurate records and provide case management
• Create outdoor experiences as well as off-site group experiences
Qualifications
• Career Development certificate preferred
• University Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related discipline in counseling
• Second language an asset
• Experience in employment counseling and assessment of youth
• Background and experience working with at-risk youth in a cross cultural environment
• Ability to creatively engage youth one-on-one and in a group
• Dynamic and self-motivated role model
To apply, please forward your resume quoting the posting number 10-18 to: jobs@centrefornewcomers.ca
Click here to print Job Posting 10-018
Posting Date: September 2, 2010
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Position Title: Youth Career Practitioner
Youth 1∙2∙1 Program
Employment Services
Posting No. 10-019
Position Summary
The Youth Career Practitioner works with immigrant youth on career planning and job search on a one to one and group basis. This position reports to the Coordinator of the Youth Possibilities Program in Employment Services.
This is a temporary full time contract position which runs to Dec. 31, 2010. Evening work may be required on occasion.
Responsibilities
• Conducting outreach sessions in the community
• Facilitating engaging workshops on job search and job preparation skills for groups of youth
• Using case management techniques and maintaining accurate records on the data base
Qualifications
• Career Development certificate preferred
• University Degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline
• Second language an asset
• Experience in employment counseling, career planning and assessment of youth
• Experience working with at-risk youth in a cross cultural environment
• Ability to creatively engage youth one-on-one and in a group
• Ability to design materials and strategize within a team
• Dynamic, self-motivated role model and mentor
To apply, please email your resume quoting the posting number 10-19 to jobs@centrefornewcomers.ca
Posting Date: September 2, 2010
Click here to print Job Posting 10-019
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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