Job Description

Job Developer

Lethbridge Family Services (LFS) is seeking a job developer to join our team! This position will provide support in our DaCapo Disability Services department. In this role, you will develop relationships with employers and the business community to assist job seekers of the DaCapo program to obtain and maintain employment and volunteer positions within the community.

We offer:

a discount on gym memberships and personal insurance, a welcoming, inclusive work environment where people thrive and, support from a dynamic and skilled team which enables you to grow your career.

Job developers:

develop and maintain relationships with employers to promote successful job development, locate and create openings for employment, work experience, and volunteer opportunities based on individual skills, abilities and interests, effectively market the concept of supported employment to employers while representing the organization and DaCapo job seekers, demonstrate consistent implementation of all client support plans, ensure services are provided in a manner that respects an individual's culture, heritage, religion, identity, etc., be an intermediary between client's employers and program staff ensuring all parties are clear on the expectations of each community employment placement, and recommend referrals of clients to additional supports where needed.

Required skills and qualifications:

a diploma/degree in disability studies and/or human services, reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, registration and insurance ($2,000,000 liability insurance), experience developing and implementing marketing approaches and materials to promote service goals is an asset, strong communication skills in both verbal and written English, and ability to be flexible and adapt to changes.

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

Hours:

35 hours per week



Number of positions available: 1



Start date: As soon as possible



Contact Person: Sydney Lambkin



Application deadline: June 5th / 2025



Apply online at www.lfsfamily.ca and reference job posting

25DC18.

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.