Employment Counsellor

Association for New Canadians is a non-profit, community-based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees. 

Job Title: Employment Counselor 
Location: Corner Brook, NL 
Position Type: 1 full-time position until March 31, 2026 with possibility of extension pending budget availability and satisfactory performance
Closing Date:  Until filled 

Reporting to the Director of Employment Services, the Employment Counselor is responsible for assisting newcomers to Canada with preparing for, obtaining and maintaining meaningful employment in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Employment Counselor is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of job, employment, and career skills training for newcomer and immigrant clients seeking entry-level employment. The responsibilities also include facilitating labor market engagement, ensuring vulnerable newcomers access employment counseling support, and assisting individuals in navigating various internal and external educational and employment programs. The position aims to expand employment assistance, work readiness support, and entrepreneurship services for newcomers and employers in rural Newfoundland and Labrador, specifically in Corner Brook and the Western region. The office will focus on providing employment-based services and support to clients residing in Western NL. 

Roles and Responsibilities 

• Assess clients’ education and past employment experience in the context of helping clients plan for and maintain successful employment in the Canadian labour market 

• Establish relationships with potential employers by assessing needs, developing a targeted plan and acting as a resource for organizations interested in hiring newcomers 

• Develop, maintain and coordinate a job and employment matching program which would match qualified job applicants to employment opportunities commensurate with the client’s skills, education and training 

• Develop a labour market strategy for newcomers, an innovative work plan for newcomer employment services which focuses on the Western NL region 

• Deliver and provide pre-employment, employment and job readiness preparatory training programs 

• Provide support such as career and employment counseling to facilitate
  labour market engagement and participation for newcomer clients 

• Regularly collect and maintain all pertinent client data regarding the program 

• Develop, maintain and distribute an updated list of employment, career and entrepreneurial resources for newcomer clients 

• Prepare detailed progress reports as  

• Assist with other related activities as assigned and as  

Qualifications and Experience 

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Social Sciences or a related field (equivalencies may be considered) 

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in counselling techniques, career planning, job search techniques and knowledge of the changing labour market 

• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation 

• Excellent organizational, communication, report writing and planning skills 

• Well-developed relationship-building, communication and presentation skills 

• Effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities 

• Skilled in developing a working environment promoting cultural awareness and sensitivity for a diverse client group 

• Strong knowledge of pre-employment and employment training and readiness strategies and approaches 

• Working knowledge of the provincial and Canadian labour market, workplace culture and practices 

• Demonstrated experience in building and cultivating relationships both internally and with partner employers, stakeholders, and the community 

• Proven leadership and collaborative skills in community-based organizations 

• Strong technology skills (MS Office, G- Suite, Spreadsheets, Databases, Technology for Education and Learning) 

Conditions of Employment 

• Legal authorization to work in Canada

• Flexible to work outside of standard core hours (Monday-Friday, 9 am -5 pm) 

• Valid class 5 driver’s licence and ready access to a reliable vehicle is   

• Position is subject to a satisfactory Criminal Record Screening and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary

How to Apply 

Please upload your  cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to  https://associationfornewcanadians.bamboohr.com/careers/223

Association for New Canadians is committed to the advancement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that diversity in our team is a key pillar in the work we do and invite all candidates to discuss their specific skill sets and experience. We will work with qualified applicants to provide reasonable accommodation upon request to facilitate this recruitment process. 

Visit us on-line at: www.ancnl.ca.