Y-RISE Program Job Developer

Title: Y-RISE Program Job Developer (Readiness, Integration, Skills, and Employment)

Location: YMCA Immigrant Services 

Position Status: Full-Time, Contract (to March 31, 2026)

Compensation: $42,000 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 navigating 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 neighborhoods 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 
• Three (3) weeks vacation entitlement and paid wellness days 
• Comprehensive benefits package and pension 
• Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services 

About the role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and resourceful Job Developer to support the success of our Pre-Employment Project for Racialized Immigrant Women. This innovative initiative integrates employment training directly into the program through customized support, community partnerships, and work experience placements.

The Job Developer will play a key role in building meaningful employer relationships, identifying hands-on work experience opportunities, and supporting participants in their employment readiness.  This position involves employer engagement, participant coaching, and collaboration with program staff to ensure placements are meaningful, inclusive, and aligned with participants' skills and career goals.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain partnerships with local employers, community organizations, and internal departments to identify suitable work experience placements.
• Source, coordinate, and match short-term work experience placements with participants' goals, skills, and career interests.
• Promote inclusive hiring practices and ensure high-quality, meaningful placement experiences.
• Collaborate with program staff to align participants with appropriate work experience opportunities.
• Provide one-on-one guidance and coaching to help clients identify career goals and navigate the labour market effectively.
• Assist clients in developing job search strategies and enhancing employability skills.
• Monitor participant placement progress, address challenges, and provide ongoing support throughout the placement.
• Co-facilitate employment readiness workshops and employer guest speaker sessions as needed.
• Track employer contacts, placement data, and participant outcomes to inform program reporting.
• Contribute to program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in outreach initiatives, job fairs, and community events to promote programs and services.
• Monitor and report on local labour market trends and workforce needs to support program development.

Education and skills qualifications:   

• Post-secondary education in employment services, social work, community development, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in job development, employment counseling, or employer engagement
• Strong knowledge of local labour market trends and inclusive hiring practices, with an understanding of the barriers faced by newcomers and marginalized populations—particularly racialized and newcomer women.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team
• Skilled in employer engagement, work experience placements, and employment support, with a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all employment practices
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet program targets
• Multilingual ability is considered an asset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, employers, and community partners
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable with data tracking and reporting
• Proficient with a wide range of software applications and digital tools including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual communication platforms 
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle may be required

To Apply: 

Please submit your application to  

Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide: 

• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and clear Child Abuse Registry Check (no less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older 
• Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire 

Don't Meet Every Single Requirement? 

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free environment, welcoming applications from all qualified persons. We encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We are committed to eliminating barriers and promoting inclusion and strongly encourage applications even if you don't meet all requirements. 

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodations.