Indigenous Post-Secondary Career Counselor & Caseworker

Inuuqatigiit Centre; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families in Ottawa seeks a Post Secondary Education Career Counsellor/Caseworker to support Inuit adults (18+) in achieving educational and employment goals. You will provide individualized career planning, case management, and job search assistance, working with schools, employers, and community partners.

Applicants should have post-secondary education in a related field and at least two years in career development, with experience in Inuit

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in related field preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience in career development.
• Experience with Inuit or Aboriginal communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage intake and develop individualized career plans based on each participant’s goals, strengths, and needs.
• Provide ongoing case management with regular one-on-one meetings to monitor progress and adjust plans.
• Deliver career counselling services to youth and young adults (18+).
• Assess participants across educational backgrounds from no certificate to college-level diplomas.
• Guide participants in exploring pathways such as full-time employment, apprenticeships, college, and university.
• Support education-to-employment transitions, including school completion and workforce integration.
• Assist with resumes, cover letters, interview prep, job search strategies, and networking.
• Provide guidance on apprenticeship and trades pathways and employer connections.
• Assist with college and university applications, including program selection and financial aid processes.
• Deliver pre-employment and job readiness training including workplace expectations and communication.

Skills

Case management

Interpersonal communication

Community engagement

Education

Post-secondary education in humanities

CYW

SSW

BA

SW

Job description

Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families in Ottawa seeks a Post Secondary Education Career Counsellor/Caseworker to support Inuit adults (18+) in achieving educational and employment goals. You will provide individualized career planning, case management, and job search assistance, working with schools, employers, and community partners.

Applicants should have post-secondary education in a related field and at least two years in career development, with experience in Inuit