On-Site School Settlement Advisor — Empower Newcomers

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Truro; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Y at Home

YMCA childcare discounts

Vacation entitlement and wellness days

Benefits package and pension

Wellbeing and counselling services

Job summary

The YMCA invites applications for the School Settlement Program Staff in Truro. This full-time seasonal role (Sept 2026–June 2027) supports newcomers in adapting to the school system, building connections with educators and community partners, and delivering inclusive, accessible settlement services.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and group support, collaboration with schools, and reporting on activities. A strong focus on equity, confidentiality, and community wellbeing is essential.

Qualifications

• Language proficiency in English and additional languages is an asset.
• Combination of education and experience working in a community setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of, and experience with, the Nova Scotia school system – policies, procedures, expectations etc.
• Demonstrated discretion and sound judgement in the handling of confidential information.
• Excellent data management skills and Microsoft 365 Skills.
• Experience working with and providing service to diverse populations.
• High level of initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipated situations.
• Experience delivering presentations and workshops.
• Experience working with children providing creative group activities.
• Valid drivers’ license and vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual and group settlement support in schools
• Building effective professional relationships with school and community networks
• Engage schools through awareness raising, meetings and building connections
• Facilitate problem solving using solution focused approaches
• Support clients to access supports and opportunities within the school system
• Identify and support opportunities to engage newcomer contributions
• Provide referrals to community resources
• Report qualitative and quantitative information on work activities

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Microsoft 365

Education

Community work experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

The YMCA invites applications for the School Settlement Program Staff in Truro. This full-time seasonal role (Sept 2026–June 2027) supports newcomers in adapting to the school system, building connections with educators and community partners, and delivering inclusive, accessible settlement services.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and group support, collaboration with schools, and reporting on activities. A strong focus on equity, confidentiality, and community wellbeing is essential.