Community Development Programmer

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Community Development Programmer for the YESS Program. The role involves providing direct support to youth aged 17-29 to overcome education and employment barriers, facilitating skills training, and establishing partnerships with employers. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and have relevant experience in community engagement. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience working with the community.
• Experience with program delivery in employability skills training.
• Knowledge of employment barriers and labour market conditions.
• Ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate employability skills training for participants.
• Provide mentoring and job coaching to registered participants.
• Establish partnerships with employers for work experience.
• Collect data and track participant costs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Group facilitation

Outreach experience

Knowledge of diverse cultures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

NORWEST CO-OP COMMUNITY HEALTH JOB POSTING

Community Development Programmer – YESS Program

• 1.0 EFT, Indefinite Term (Covering Parental Leave)
  Internal/External Posting

Department: Community Development

Position: Community Development Programmer

Responsible To: Community Development Coordinator

Anticipated Start Date: January, 2026

Salary: $ 25.631- $ 29.643 per hour

Union : CUPE

Anticipated Shift: Primarily days; evenings and weekends as needed

Position Summary

This position is part of the NorWest Co-op Community Health Youth Employment Supports for Success and will provide direct support to a target population of 17 to 29 years of age to help reduce education and employment barriers. This position will facilitate employability skills training to a group and then help transition the participants to an employment work experience opportunity. This position will provide mentoring and job coaching one on one and group basis while the participants are registered in the program. This position will seek out interested employer partnerships that will establish a partnership and be a direct link for a successful work experience for all participants.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in related field and a combination of education and experience in employment training and education programs required.

Experience

• Minimum 1-year experience working with community.
• Experience with program delivery, especially in employability skills training, career development and job readiness.
• Knowledge of employment barriers, labour market conditions, training and education programs required.
• Knowledge of community development and partnership development with supporting employer partners and new employer partners.
• Experience in group facilitation and outreach.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with data collection and tracking participant costs.
• Ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team in a variety of settings
• Ability to work well in a community setting.
• Knowledge and experience with diverse cultures and economic backgrounds, vulnerable individuals with complex needs with mental health and addictions.

Licenses/Registrations

• Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Child Abuse Registry, Vulnerable person check and Criminal Records Check required

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We thank everyone who expresses interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.