Workshop Facilitator

The Opportunity

The YMCA of Cape Breton is seeking an engaging and inclusive Workshop Facilitator to deliver practical employment and career workshops for Nova Scotia Works clients. You will create welcoming learning experiences in person and online, helping diverse job seekers build confidence, skills and connections

Responsibilities and Duties

• Facilitate accessible in-person and virtual workshops on résumés, cover letters, interviews, job-search strategies, the hidden job market and labour-market research.
• Adapt learning for different needs and audiences, including youth, students and older workers.
• Use plain language, accessible technology and trauma-informed, inclusive practices.
• Connect clients with appropriate Nova Scotia Works and community resources.
• Track participation and feedback, complete required records and support service improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Adult Education or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience facilitating engaging adult learning in person and virtually.
• Knowledge of employment services, community resources and Labour Market Information.
• Strong digital, communication, presentation and organizational skills.
• Experience creating accessible content and applying IDEA, cultural humility and trauma-informed practices.
• Sound judgment when handling confidential information.

Travel among service locations and some schedule flexibility is required. The successful candidate must provide satisfactory screening checks (criminal records check, vulnerable sector check, child abuse register check).

The YMCA of Cape Breton is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.