Employment - School Liaison - Bilingual (English/French)

School Liaison - Bilingual (English/French)

YMCA of Cape Breton

Part-Time Contract

Weekdays

Description

Title: School Liaison - Bilingual (English/French)

Reports to: Operations Manager

Position Status: Part-time, Term (until August 2027)

Salary:   $27.57 per/hour, 10 hours per/week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Office Location: 399 Charlotte Street (serving Centre Scolaire Étoile De L'Acadie)

The YMCA of Cape Breton is looking for a passionate bilingual professional to join our team in the role of School Liaison supporting the work of our NS Works Centers and servicing the Centre Scolaire Etoile De L’Acadie.

 Position Summary

The School Liaison works as a pivotal role within the Nova Scotia Works Employment Services model by supporting students in grades 7-12, and their families and caregivers in navigating career and education pathway decisions and labour market information through community-based employment assistance services.

 Responsibilities:

 As the School Liaison, duties include:

  •  Identify services and tools needed to support student and labour market connections
  • Plan, promote and deliver career supports
  • Promote and deliver Let’s Talk Careers program at the Junior and Senior High School levels
  • Provide individualized and/or group career support to students and families
  • Use career software platforms to navigate labour market information, employment opportunities and to explore required workplace expectations
  • Navigation of employment and career planning resources needed to achieve career goals
  • Delivery of student workshops focused on essential and employability skills that align with LMI, workplace expectations and job opportunities
  • Provision, navigation and interpretation of current and relevant Labour Market Information to students and families
  • Work collaboratively across the province to share resources and deliver virtual offerings to tap expertise and created delivery efficiencies and opportunities
  • Develop and enhance relationships with education (public school and post-secondary), community organizations, service providers, employers/ industry partners and other referral agencies
  • Assist students in accessing resources and information required to achieve career goals
  • Access and Implement tools to measure success of Nova Scotia Works School Liaison supports and outreach

 Qualifications, Skills & Competencies:

  •  Identifies as being Bilingual (fluent in French and English) and can apply their French language skills to communicate effectively in a collaborative, team-based bilingual environment
  • Education in Human Services or related field of study OR a combination of education/work/volunteer experience would be an asset.
  • Must be willing to travel through the Cape Breton Regional Municipality
  • Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends on occasion
  • Schedule flexibility to accommodate variations outside of regular business hours, as needed.
  • Good knowledge of community organizations, service providers, and referral agencies
  • Ability to access and effectively use information and communications technology (Microsoft Office applications and online communications tools)
  • Strong networking and effective communication skills – verbal and written
  • Excellent interpersonal and judgment skills
  • Demonstrates practice of inclusion, ethical decision making and respect for diversity
  • Commitment to professional development and career self-management

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/ Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. They will also be required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training

 We Offer

  •  Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Individual YMCA Membership 

How To Apply

YMCA of Cape Breton will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

Apply Today

 Please email your cover letter and resume in one document to hr@cb.ymca.ca by 4:30 pm on May 26th, 2026, referencing NSW-SL2026. Please note only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

 The YMCA of Cape Breton is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

 

Email Address: hr@cb.ymca.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
YMCA of Cape Breton
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
To be Determined
Pay Period
To be Determined
Remuneration Per Pay Period
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
Bilingual
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
May 13th 2026
Expires
May 26th 2026