Access Facilitator (Vanderhoof)

College of New Caledonia; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Vanderhoof is seeking a part-time Access Facilitator to coordinate services for students accessing post-secondary education and community resources. The ideal candidate holds a relevant diploma and has experience in adult education. Responsibilities include liaising with students, managing casefiles, and facilitating access to support services.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in adult education and training.
• Recognized training in social services or equivalent experience.
• Empathy towards training barriers faced by participants.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate access to post-secondary education and community resources.
• Manage accurate casefiles for individual students.
• Assist with goal setting and career information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of community resources

Ability to work independently

Education

Two-year diploma in Social Services or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Database programs

Spreadsheet programs

Job description

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Employment Status: Part Time

Employment Type: Fixed Term

Job Summary

Under the direction of the designated Manager, and in close consultation with other College staff and community resources, the incumbent will recommend, provide, and coordinate services to participants which will facilitate those clients’ access to post-secondary training, education, and employment. The Access Facilitator will work to ensure students’ needs are being met and facilitating appointments with the appropriate support services advisors and community resources as required. The Access Facilitator will schedule regular check‑ins with students to determine if extra supports are needed and help students navigate their training and education plans to promote their success both in the program and during their transition into the workforce.

Specific Duties

• Provide coordination, liaison, and referral services which will promote and facilitate access to post‑secondary education, training, and community resources support participant success.
• Initiate and maintain accurate casefiles for each individual student indicating their career goals and any issues or concerns they may have in the learning process.
• Assist in coordinating participants’ entrance and intake/placement assessments, including orientation to the assessment process and preliminary identification of potential learning barriers.
• Provide an initial assessment of the nature and extent of student concerns to respond appropriately by providing information, booking an advising appointment or referring student to appropriate college/community services, or arranging immediate assistance for crisis situations.
• Provide/facilitate access to CNC support services to promote student success; schedule and arrange appointments with counsellor, Aboriginal Advisors, and other CNC support service staff, following up as required.
• Liaise with groups and individuals to obtain and provide training/education information and academic advising.
• Assist with goal setting, scheduling, and obtaining career information on an individual and small group basis.
• Assist students with developing and implementing individual training plans and/or educational plans and, when required, appropriate referrals.
• Provide liaison and advocacy services to facilitate access to community services.
• Provide coordination, liaison, and services which will assist participants in their transition to the workforce.
• In collaboration with the program team, assist with coordination, promotion, and liaising with employment partners for student work placements.
• Assist the instructor with testing and record‑keeping.
• Provide individual tutoring and reinforcement of instruction of particular segments of the program.
• Promote a positive work atmosphere and communicate in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.
• Other related duties as assigned by Supervisor or designate.

Skills & Qualifications

• Recognized two (2) year diploma in Social Services or other relevant field of studies.
• 3 years or more relevant experience in adult education and training, and in working with clients in transition; or equivalent education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of post‑secondary training and education programs, and community resources.
• Good rapport and familiarity with community and post‑secondary resources.
• Excellent, demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Computer skills, including accurate word processing, database and spreadsheet programs.
• Understanding of and empathy with training barriers which face participants.
• Ability to work both independently and as a strong team member.

Band: G

Salary: $35.20 per hour

Location: CNC Campus, Nechako

Province: BC

Country: Canada

Department: Community & Continuing Education

Posting Number: 25-181SN

Desired Start Date: 11/17/2025

Position End Date (if temporary or seasonal): 04/24/2026

Number of Hours per week: 0 - 35

Number of Positions to fill: 1

Open Date: 11/03/2025

Screening/Close Date: 11/10/2025

Remain Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instruction/Details to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you legally able to work in Canada?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you hold a recognized two (2) year diploma in Social Services or other relevant field of studies?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of relevant experience in adult education and training, and in working with clients in transition, or equivalent education and relevant experience, do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-2 years
  • 2-3 years
  • 3 years or more
• * Describe your knowledge of post-secondary training and education programs, and community resources.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Credentials
• Other
• Optional Credentials 1
• Optional Credentials 2

College of New Caledonia, Human Resources
3330 22 Ave, Prince George, BC V2N 1P8, Canada