Employment Counselor (full time term- Feb 1/26 to May 31/26)

Regina Open Door Society; Regina; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Regina seeks an Employment Counsellor to guide newcomers in achieving their employment goals. Responsibilities include one-on-one counselling, job readiness skills, and labour market analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and strong interpersonal skills. This role promotes a culturally diverse workplace and offers a starting annual salary of $54,440.59, alongside comprehensive benefits after probation. Applications are required by December 31st, 2025.

Benefits

Cost-shared benefits package

3% pension contribution

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Adult Education, Social Services.
• Experience in employment counselling or job coaching.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one employment counselling for newcomers.
• Assist clients with job readiness skills and strategies.
• Gather labour market information for clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technological skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Adult Education or Social Services

CCDP designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Databases

Job description

Mission Statement

The Regina Open Door Society (RODS) is a non-profit organization that provides settlement and integration services to refugees and immigrants in Regina. RODS is committed to meeting the needs of newcomers by offering programs and services to enable them to achieve their goals and participate fully in the larger community.

The Regina Open Door Society is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We actively seek candidates who share these values and contribute to our diverse community. Our aim is to eliminate barriers to employment, ensuring that all qualified individuals have the opportunity to join our team. Our facilities are fully accessible, accommodating the needs of all individuals.

We are located in the City of Regina on Treaty 4 land, which is recognized as the traditional territory of the nêhiyawak/Cree, Nahkawē/Saulteaux, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda, and the homeland of the Métis Nation.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide one-on-one, in-person employment counselling to newcomers to Canada, helping them achieve their employment goals. The incumbent offers guidance and information to job seekers on all aspects of job searching, career planning, personal marketing tools, essential employment skills, and the Saskatchewan labour market landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Adult Education, Social Services or other related fields
• Training and experience in employment counselling, job coaching and instruction, including the development of employment-related workshops and training
• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with staff, clients, and employers
• Experience and sensitivity when working with newcomers to Canada, including those with limited English language skills.
• Strong technological skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Classroom, SMART Boards, Databases, and online communication platforms)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and organisational skills
• Demonstrates accountability, resourcefulness, initiative, and professionalism
• Ability to research, identify, and develop content suitable to the learning needs of the clients
• Demonstrating comprehensive understanding of market trends, available training, educational and employment opportunities, job competencies, employer requirements, and community resources
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities, and tight deadlines
• Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) designation would be an asset

General Competencies

• Quality/Compliance: achieving a standard of excellence with work processes and outcomes while honouring RODS policies and funder/regulatory requirements
• Client Focus: striving for high client satisfaction, going out of your way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible for the client
• Communication: balancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, influencing others, keeping others informed
• Collegiality: being helpful, respectful, approachable and team-oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
• Initiative: taking ownership of your work, doing what is needed without being asked, following through
• Efficiency: planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost-conscious, thinking of better ways to do things
• Coachability: being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
• Respect for Diversity: ability to work within a cross-cultural environment and display acceptance and respect for different cultures and backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one employment counselling for newcomers.
• Identify barriers to employment and support clients in developing their career action plans.
• Assist clients with job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés, and preparing for job interviews, among other tasks.
• Assess clients' needs for assistance with educational credential evaluations, financial assistance, and further training and refer clients to the appropriate services
• Stay updated on labour market trends and effective job search techniques.
• Gather labour market information for clients about job vacancies, skill sets, and other occupational details.
• Refer clients to employment readiness workshops and other alternative employment programs and events organized by the department.
• Refer clients to other RODS services or external organizations as appropriate
• Enter client data into the database, record, update and maintain clients' progress notes, and submit monthly and annual reports to the Employment Services Manager
• Follow up with clients for employment maintenance and evaluation
• Connect with the job developers to access the hidden job market and employment opportunities for clients.
• Carry out other position-related duties as required

Salary Level

The annual salary for this position starts at $54,440.59 ($31.02 per hour) at Step 1 of RODS' Professional Category 1. Pay periods are the end of the day on the 15th of the month and the end of each month.

Working Conditions and Application Instructions

The standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with an unpaid one-hour lunch break and an earned day off (EDO) every other week.

All positions at RODS require a clean criminal record check. There is a cost- shared benefits package and a 3% pension contribution available to the employee upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please be able to provide three work-related references at the time of your interview. Please respond in confidence no later than 4:00 PM on December 31st, 2025 via the following link: