Family Violence Resource Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
COMPETITION NUMBER: 1482
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2025 11:59 PM MDT
STUDENT AND ACADEMIC STRATEGY
NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Wellness team as a Family Violence Resource Specialist.
Reporting to the Manager, Wellness Services but working in collaboration with the Violence Prevention and Support Advisor, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the project management of the Stronger Together: Education, Empowerment, Action initiative. This full-time term position, ending August 2026, will focus on developing and delivering family violence prevention initiatives for newcomers with basic English language proficiency (CLB 1-4). This project aims to reduce barriers for high-needs newcomer populations by providing plain-language, culturally appropriate, and visually accessible resources and education.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Lead project planning and delivery by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables in alignment with the Government of Alberta grant agreement. Conduct a rapid needs assessment to identify gaps in family violence prevention supports and leverage existing community resources.
- Develop impactful resources and curriculum by creating ethical, accessible, and culturally relevant educational materials. Collaborate with artists, designers, and translators to produce plain-language pamphlets in five languages and a trauma-informed workshop curriculum with a comprehensive facilitator guide.
- Deliver engaging prevention workshops across the college and community partner sites, fostering awareness and dialogue around family violence prevention. Provide mentorship and support to workshop facilitators to strengthen program delivery.
- Build strong partnerships by fostering collaboration across college departments—such as the Centre for Growth & Harmony, the Faculty of Skills & Foundational Learning, and Correctional Education—and by engaging community organizations like The Saffron Centre, Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton, The Family Violence Centre, and The Newcomer Centre.
WHAT YOU BRING
- A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, Education, Community Development, or a related human services field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
- A minimum of two years of experience in social work, education, violence prevention, or a related field.
- At least two years of experience developing and delivering workshops.
- Subject matter expertise and practical experience in adult education.
- A solid understanding of Adult Learning Principles (ALPs).
- A strong, intersectional understanding of trauma-informed concepts as they relate to education, family violence prevention, and safety planning.
- Experience working with newcomers to Canada is considered an asset.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development, including participation in learning opportunities and staying current on best practices in adult education and violence prevention.
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:
- The ability to successfully manage projects, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, as well as overseeing key deliverables that involve various college and community stakeholders. You bring a commitment to principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
- The capacity to work independently to manage key deliverables. You can successfully prioritize, organize, and delegate tasks to meet project deadlines , and are responsible for autonomous decision-making in situations where guidelines are not present.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to articulate direction and delegation in a respectful manner. You are skilled at engaging, collaborating, and building strong relationships with employees and community partners.
SALARY: AUPE Advisor III | $2,608-$3,386 biweekly, reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. This is a term position ending August, 2026. For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
- International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
- World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/
We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
About NorQuest College
At NorQuest, we have a unique ability to provide students with the skills Alberta needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. And with input from industry, business, and the public sector, we make learning relevant and rewarding.
We understand that our learners come with varying levels of education and we assist them at the times and places that meet their needs, whether that is in the classroom, via distance learning or continuing education. We help identify their strengths, work on their areas of need, and move them towards exciting learning paths and life-changing careers. Our post-secondary diploma and certificate programs offer careers in health, community studies, and business.
We also uniquely deliver to the increasing demands of our economy. Thanks to our workforce-relevant programming, the average diploma graduate from NorQuest College earns $15,100 more than a high school graduate at their career midpoint. In addition, research shows that NorQuest College and our students added $471.4 million of total income to Edmonton’s regional economy. These outcomes are based on a 2016-17 study conducted by Economic Specialists International.
Located on traditional lands referred to as Treaty 6 territory, we serve 21,162 learners. This translates to 12,112 full-time and part-time credit students, and 9,050 non-credit or continuing education students, including assessment examinations. As a regional steward, we provide access to adult education in Edmonton and the surrounding region. Our services reach from Drayton Valley in the southwest, to Whitecourt in the northwest, and to Wetaskiwin in the southeast, encompassing 26 communities. In all, three regional campuses complement our two Edmonton campuses.
We are proud to embrace diversity and honour inclusiveness.
Family Violence Resource Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
COMPETITION NUMBER: 1482
CLOSING DATE: October 23, 2025 11:59 PM MDT
STUDENT AND ACADEMIC STRATEGY
NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Wellness team as a Family Violence Resource Specialist.
Reporting to the Manager, Wellness Services but working in collaboration with the Violence Prevention and Support Advisor, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the project management of the Stronger Together: Education, Empowerment, Action initiative. This full-time term position, ending August 2026, will focus on developing and delivering family violence prevention initiatives for newcomers with basic English language proficiency (CLB 1-4). This project aims to reduce barriers for high-needs newcomer populations by providing plain-language, culturally appropriate, and visually accessible resources and education.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Lead project planning and delivery by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables in alignment with the Government of Alberta grant agreement. Conduct a rapid needs assessment to identify gaps in family violence prevention supports and leverage existing community resources.
- Develop impactful resources and curriculum by creating ethical, accessible, and culturally relevant educational materials. Collaborate with artists, designers, and translators to produce plain-language pamphlets in five languages and a trauma-informed workshop curriculum with a comprehensive facilitator guide.
- Deliver engaging prevention workshops across the college and community partner sites, fostering awareness and dialogue around family violence prevention. Provide mentorship and support to workshop facilitators to strengthen program delivery.
- Build strong partnerships by fostering collaboration across college departments—such as the Centre for Growth & Harmony, the Faculty of Skills & Foundational Learning, and Correctional Education—and by engaging community organizations like The Saffron Centre, Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton, The Family Violence Centre, and The Newcomer Centre.
WHAT YOU BRING
- A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, Education, Community Development, or a related human services field (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
- A minimum of two years of experience in social work, education, violence prevention, or a related field.
- At least two years of experience developing and delivering workshops.
- Subject matter expertise and practical experience in adult education.
- A solid understanding of Adult Learning Principles (ALPs).
- A strong, intersectional understanding of trauma-informed concepts as they relate to education, family violence prevention, and safety planning.
- Experience working with newcomers to Canada is considered an asset.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development, including participation in learning opportunities and staying current on best practices in adult education and violence prevention.
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:
- The ability to successfully manage projects, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, as well as overseeing key deliverables that involve various college and community stakeholders. You bring a commitment to principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
- The capacity to work independently to manage key deliverables. You can successfully prioritize, organize, and delegate tasks to meet project deadlines , and are responsible for autonomous decision-making in situations where guidelines are not present.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to articulate direction and delegation in a respectful manner. You are skilled at engaging, collaborating, and building strong relationships with employees and community partners.
SALARY: AUPE Advisor III | $2,608-$3,386 biweekly, reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. This is a term position ending August, 2026. For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link.
We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.
Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
- International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
- World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/
We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.
NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.
NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
About NorQuest College
At NorQuest, we have a unique ability to provide students with the skills Alberta needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. And with input from industry, business, and the public sector, we make learning relevant and rewarding.
We understand that our learners come with varying levels of education and we assist them at the times and places that meet their needs, whether that is in the classroom, via distance learning or continuing education. We help identify their strengths, work on their areas of need, and move them towards exciting learning paths and life-changing careers. Our post-secondary diploma and certificate programs offer careers in health, community studies, and business.
We also uniquely deliver to the increasing demands of our economy. Thanks to our workforce-relevant programming, the average diploma graduate from NorQuest College earns $15,100 more than a high school graduate at their career midpoint. In addition, research shows that NorQuest College and our students added $471.4 million of total income to Edmonton’s regional economy. These outcomes are based on a 2016-17 study conducted by Economic Specialists International.
Located on traditional lands referred to as Treaty 6 territory, we serve 21,162 learners. This translates to 12,112 full-time and part-time credit students, and 9,050 non-credit or continuing education students, including assessment examinations. As a regional steward, we provide access to adult education in Edmonton and the surrounding region. Our services reach from Drayton Valley in the southwest, to Whitecourt in the northwest, and to Wetaskiwin in the southeast, encompassing 26 communities. In all, three regional campuses complement our two Edmonton campuses.
We are proud to embrace diversity and honour inclusiveness.