Program Coordinator

Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Halifax is seeking a passionate Program Coordinator on a 6-month contract. The role involves providing mentorship and resources while coordinating educational programs for youth. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have a strong background in case management and educational support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in case management or academic advising.
• Strong understanding of education pathways and employment readiness.
• Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group mentorship in career and education planning.
• Conduct intake assessments and offer personalized academic counseling.
• Organize workshops and coordinate admission supports.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational skills

Public Speaking

Data Collection

Social Work

Education

Degree in Social Work, Education, Youth Development or related field

Tools

Data tracking and reporting tools

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and resourceful Program Coordinator to join our clients team in Halifax NS . This position is responsible for providing case management mentorship and resources to participants of a vibrant program. This is a 6month contract with the possibility of extension for an additional 36 months.

Key Responsibilities for the Job :

• Provide oneonone and group mentorship in career and education planning
• Conduct intake assessments and offer personalized academic and career counseling
• Identify and address barriers to success; refer participants to appropriate support services
• Develop relationships with postsecondary institutions and coordinate admission supports
• Organize campus tours workshops and financial aid information sessions
• Coordinate life skills and career planning workshops tailored to youth needs
• Maintain detailed participant case files and track outcomes
• Support program reporting and evaluation efforts
• Collect participant success stories and contribute to impact measurement

Experience & Attributes for Success :

• Degree in Social Work Education Youth Development Career Counseling or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in case management academic advising or youth support
• Strong understanding of education pathways scholarships and employment readiness
• Proven ability to facilitate workshops and lead group discussions
• Exceptional communication and relationshipbuilding skills
• Knowledge of traumainformed and culturally responsive practices is preferred
• Proficiency in data tracking and reporting tools
• Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset

If interested in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities the local job market or to discuss your career interests please contact Trish Carey Recruitment Consultant at .

Administrative Staffing is a specialist recruitment company focusing exclusively on the placement of administrative professionals. We offer candidates a wide range of job opportunities current knowledge of the employment market and a commitment to ensuring best fit with every placement. To view more job opportunities or for more information on Administrative Staffing please visit us at .

Administrative Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals regardless of their race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age ability religion or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians Indigenous / Aboriginal People Racially Visible Persons Women Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ Persons.

Selfidentification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process such as an interview or testing please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Project / Program Management,Program Management,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Organizational skills,Data Collection,Meeting Facilitation,Utilization Review,Administrative Experience,Program Development,Public Speaking,Supervising Experience,Social Work

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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