Job Description

Experience:

Job Title: Skills Link Program Worker

Job Summary:

The John Howard Society of New Brunswick Fundy Region Inc. will be offering a Skills Link Program beginning January 2026 for a three month period. The Skills Link Program Worker will be coordinating and facilitating a range of activities to help youth (aged 18 to 29) overcome barriers to employment. The paid classroom portion of the Program supports a flexible, tailored approach to teach the skills necessary to finding employment. A paid employment placement component offers the practical hands on experience necessary to securing and maintaining meaningful work.

Responsibilities:

Work effectively with a diverse population, including young people with employment barriers Facilitate and Coordinate a three month program Engage and inspire those involved in the program Develop and maintain relationships with potential employers in the Saint John area Follow Program standards and John Howard Society Policies as directed by the supervisor and evaluator Maintain weekly records Organize, attend and support a variety of events and outreach efforts Build strong relationships with community support services and resources Excellent writing and communication skills Ability to exercise discretion and to respect privacy rights Ability to work independently

Qualifications

Post secondary education in a related field Strong knowledge of community helping services Strong history of developing relationships with employers Experience facilitating and coordinating programs

We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, we will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person