Settlement Practitioner – Temporary

Lethbridge Family Services (LFS) is seeking a settlement practitioner to join our Immigrant Services department! This role guides newcomers through their personal settlement needs with resources and assistance relating to culture, education, recreation, finance, social services, and more. Settlement practitioners take a holistic approach to help newcomers to adapt to Canadian society. The incumbent is responsible for updating the client database and promoting services by conducting outreach activities and presentations to community groups.

We offer:

• a flexible work week to support life-work balance,

• a discounted cell phone plan,

• a comprehensive, cost-shared health & dental benefits package,

• paid sick time and paid personal time, and

• a welcoming, inclusive work environment where people thrive.

Settlement Practitioners:

• assess client needs (including strengths and barriers) in a first language where possible to develop an individualized settlement plan,

• refer clients to appropriate community resources based on assessed needs,

• maintain a high level of confidentiality,

• follow-up regularly with clients on progress towards achieving their goals and outcomes,

• prepare, maintain, review, and develop client documentation and reports, and

• ensure timely reporting to direct supervisors and funders.

Required skills and qualifications:

• undergraduate degree and/or diploma in human services, social work, psychology, sociology, anthropology, or education. A combination of education and experience may be considered,

• cross cultural awareness and sensitivity,

• proven high levels of proficiency in computer skills, and

• an extensive knowledge of community resource networks.

All new employees must provide a police information check and vulnerable sector check dated not less than 90 days prior to the date of hire.

Number of positions available: 1

Hours: Temporary position until March 31, 2027. Monday – Friday 35 hours/ week

Contact person: Julia Entz

Application deadline: February 19, 2026

Apply online at LFSfamily.ca or email and reference job number 26IS4.

Lethbridge Family Services is an accredited social service organization. For more information, please visit LFSfamily.ca.

Lethbridge Family Services is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the clients we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring that all employment opportunities are inclusive to all people. We thank everyone for their interest in Lethbridge Family Services, however, we only contact the individuals selected to continue in the process.

Lethbridge Family Services eliminates barriers from the recruitment process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at hradministration@LFSfamily.ca so that supports can be put in place. Private information received in relation to your request for support will be used only to facilitate the recruitment process and shared only as needed with the selection committee.