Career Development Practitioner / Facilitator

PeoplePlus Consulting Limited, an innovative and dynamic company with over 35 years of experience providing job search assistance to residents of Halifax Regional Municipality, is currently seeking to fill a position of Career Development Practitioner /Facilitator Start Date: As soon as possible Application deadline: Monday September 14th, 2026, 11:59 pm. Working cohesively within a team of employment/career professionals, the candidate will be responsible for delivering both in-house and outreach services to our clients and community partners. The ideal candidate will be highly dynamic, organized and detail oriented, with outstanding people skills. We are looking for an individual who is highly adaptable and who has a passion for helping clients to successfully achieve their career goals. Who are you? You are adaptable, a good listener who is patient and committed to empowering others. You demonstrate sound judgement, ability to maintain confidentiality and practice ethical decision-making. An effective communicator and relationship builder who supports, motivates, and establishes positive. connections with clients, team members, community partners and external organizations. Someone who is curious about people and committed to practices supporting diversity, inclusion, and better understanding of the needs of those we serve. An achiever who continually strives to do better and learn more through professional development and collaboration. The Career Development Practitioner / Facilitator needs to be skilled in: Facilitating a wide range of job search related workshops either in-person or in a hybrid online environment. Working with clients, individually and in group settings, to guide them towards taking charge of their own job search / career development path. Coachable and open to feedback, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Experienced in facilitating diverse groups, including individuals facing complex barriers and challenges. Adaptable to changing client, partner, and organizational needs in a dynamic service environment. Able to shift seamlessly between workshop facilitation, outreach, partnership engagement, and client support activities. Comfortable delivering services in a variety of settings, including on-site, off-site, virtual, and community-based locations. Flexible and responsive when priorities, programs, or service delivery approaches evolve. Preparing and facilitating group sessions tailored to the needs of community partners. Keeping group discussions focused while encouraging participation from everyone. Adapting content as needed and adjusting the sessions according to individual or group needs. Communicating effectively includes demonstrating superior listening skills. MS Word/PowerPoint/Excel, as well as Outlook and internet browsers Job Requirements University degree or combination of training and experience in the fields of Employment, Human Services, Educations or Human Resources Experience delivering services and support in a client-centered work environment Excellent grasp of the English Language (both written and verbal) Knowledge of French, Arabic, or another languages would be an asset. Related experience in the field of career development would be an asset. What We Offer A work environment that feels welcoming and engaging. We offer continuous opportunities toward ongoing professional development and certification in Career Development. All staff get to participate in events to liaise with community organizations and local employers, building relationships as a team member of Job Junction. Opportunities to learn other career development skills and further develop your portfolio of skills. Finally, an overall fun work environment with a team that works to always find humor even in the busiest of times and works to support each other. Conditions of Employment Centre’s’ core hours 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday; Flexible schedule: including weekly work for home day if needed. To Apply Email your Resume and Cover Letter (in a merged pdf) to the address below with the subject line Career Development Practitioner/Facilitator (JJ-CPF-2609). Please note that ONLY emailed applications will be considered. Application Closing Date: Monday September 14th, 2026, 11:59 pm. Apply @: [email protected] We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please. People Plus Consulting Limited is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The organization encourages applications from qualified First Nations people, African Nova Scotians, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who contribute to the diversity of our community.

Deliver in-house and outreach career services, including facilitating job search workshops in person and online. Guide clients individually and in groups to achieve their career goals while building partnerships with community organizations.

Requires a university degree or equivalent experience in Employment, Human Services, Education, or Human Resources. Candidates must have experience in client-centered service delivery and a strong command of the English language.

• Professional Development • Certification In Career Development • Networking Opportunities

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred

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• Workshop Facilitation
• Career Coaching
• Client Support
• Relationship Building
• Public Speaking
• Case Management
• Diversity And Inclusion
• MS Word
• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Outlook
• Outreach
• Interpersonal Communication
• Ethical Decision-Making
• Group Facilitation
• Adaptability

• Social Services
• Human Resources
• Education
• Consulting
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

4 days per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available