Employment Navigator

**ABOUT US**

Employment Navigator

**Employment Status**:Full-time, permanent

**Hours of Work**:Monday to Friday, 40 hrs/week

**Location**:386 Windmill Road, Dartmouth NS, offsite/community meetings

ABOUT US

We are committed to creating an environment of belonging for all. We welcome the unique contributions of all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender identity and expression, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

**About the Role**

At LakeCity Works, we believe that meaningful work has the power to change lives. As an **Employment Navigator**, you’ll play a vital role in guiding individuals on their journey to employment by helping them uncover their strengths, explore opportunities, and overcome barriers. This role is about more than finding jobs—it’s about fostering confidence, independence, and connection to community.

Working collaboratively with case managers, community partners, and employers, you’ll be part of a supportive team that provides personalized, one-on-one guidance to help people prepare for, secure, and maintain meaningful employment.

**What You’ll Do**
- Facilitate skills identification, career development strategies, and education or training pathways.
- Share up-to-date labour market information, job opportunities, and occupational requirements.
- Partner with social workers, case workers, occupational therapists, residential counsellors, and other supports to provide wraparound services.
- Advocate with employers, educators, and training providers to open doors for participants.
- Use tools like LaMPSS and other databases to track progress, complete assessments, and provide accurate reporting.
- Take on additional duties as needed to support the success of the program and participants.

**Who You Are**
- A strong communicator with exceptional listening and interpersonal skills.
- Organized, adaptable, and resourceful—you enjoy solving problems and finding creative solutions.
- Compassionate and respectful, with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals living with mental illness.
- Knowledgeable about employment, career pathways, and community resources.
- Culturally aware and sensitive to diverse experiences.

**Backgrounds That Could Be a Great Fit**

This role could be ideal for someone who has worked in:

- **Human Resources** (recruitment, employee relations, or workforce planning)
- **Employment Services** (career counselling, job coaching, employment programs)
- **Education and Training** (adult education, career advising, skills development programs)
- **Social Services** (case management, housing support, vocational rehabilitation)
- **Business or Customer Service** (experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting teams with career development)

If you have experience supporting others in career exploration, navigating the job market, or advocating for people in workplace or training settings, you’ll bring valuable skills to this role.

**Additional Information**
- Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Checks are required.
- Reliable access to transportation is needed for community engagement.
- Physical requirements: ability to walk, stand, and sit for up to 60 minutes at a time and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unaided.

**Disclaimer: This advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all possible activities, duties or responsibilities of the role. Activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, commensurate with the level of this role and the requirements of the organization.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dartmouth, NS B3A 1J5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- employment services or career development: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person