Employer Engagement Specialist

Title: Employer Engagement Specialist

Location: Nova Scotia Works (Halifax, Dartmouth, and Cole Harbour)

Position Status: Full-Time 

Compensation: $52,000 per year

There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.

Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults. 

We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.  

With us at their side, they can Shine On. 

As part of your total compensation: 

• Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
• Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
• Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp programs
• 3 weeks’ Vacation entitlement and paid wellness days 
• Comprehensive benefits package and pension 
• Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services

About the Role:

With funding from Employment Nova Scotia, the YMCA Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centres deliver a comprehensive service to assist individuals with finding employment and assist employers with their human resource needs. We provide case management, employment assessments, needs determinations, job development and workshops, as well as linking clients to appropriate employment opportunities and community resources.

In this role, you will:

• Assist employers with their human resource needs, by completing assessments and co-developing a plan
• Support employers with resources and tools to help focus on creating safe and inclusive workspaces 
• Help employers access government-funded programs and resources
• Organize and host job fairs and hiring events at NS Works and in community
• Work with service providers and industry sectors to develop working relationships to address underrepresentation in the workplace
• Develop and implement community engagement initiatives that promote employment opportunities
• Work collaboratively with NS Works team for case conferencing that leads to client’s successful attachment to the workplace
• Complete job-specific training within the required timeframes as per our funding agreement
• Work with employers to ensure they have appropriate candidates for their employment opportunities
• Other duties that support Nova Scotia Works outcomes as assigned by the Directors

Education and Skills Qualifications: 

• Post secondary education in Human Service field or related field of study or a combination of education and work-related experience
• Demonstrated experience advocating for justice, equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion 
• Experienced with equitable human resource practices 
• Demonstrated ability to support and advocate for unemployed persons who face barriers to finding and maintaining employment
• Experience in Micro Soft Word, Internet/ Email and use of database programs
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, and ability to establish rapport
• Demonstrated ability to display sensitivity, managing expectations and diplomacy for internal and external contacts
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills, including presentation/ facilitation skills
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License or access to reliable transportation

To Apply:

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by June 27, 2025.

Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:

• Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older
• Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire

Please note: background checks are reviewed on an individual basis – offenses, if any, are based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements, and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.

At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.