Abiona Centre For Infant & Early Mental Health (the “Centre”), is a client-centered organization focusing on infant and early childhood mental health. We support pregnant and parenting young mothers aged 13-29, along with their babies who reside at the Centre or in the community. As an accredited Children’s Mental Health Centre, we are the largest Young Parent Infant Centre in the province.

Our commitment is to create a better future for vulnerable pregnant and parenting young mothers and their children 0-6. Our infant and early childhood mental health programs give our clients the tools they need to build secure relationships with their babies, cope with life’s adversities, find help when needed and succeed in life. We offer a live-in treatment program, transitional housing, on-site high school programs, community housing support, housing and community support referral services, and maternal-infant mental health programs. Collaborating with community partners, our multi-disciplinary team provides wraparound programs addressing mental health, education, life skills, and transitional needs. The Centre also operates an EarlyON Child and Family Centre, along with two Early Learning Centres open to families, young women, and their children in the community.

Our vision is a world where families led by young women have the emotional and physical supports to realize their full potential.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Community Programs, the Program Coordinator, Employment Support is a pivotal role within the Employment Support Program, dedicated to supporting young women 13-29 with limited access to safe housing, healthcare, or supportive networks in their pursuit of meaningful employment or training opportunities This position combines career planning, and skills development to empower young mothers to work towards economic independence and build sustainable futures for themselves and their families. The Program Coordinator, Employment Support will assess the needs and goals of the young mother and provide guidance on training and employment options, and job readiness. Working within a collaborative service model, the Program Coordinator, Employment Support will offer individualized and group-based coaching to help young mothers clarify career goals and strengthen job readiness.

Position: Program Coordinator, Employment Support

Term: 1 year Temporary - Full Time / New Position

Rate of Pay: $ 53,992.48 per anum

Department: Community Programs

Reports to: Supervisor, Community Programs

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in education, human resources, career counselling,

· business, management or a related field.

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in career coaching, employment counselling, or related fields, preferably working with youth or parenting populations.

· Demonstrated ability developing and facilitating employment and learning focused workshops

· Proficiency in leveraging technology for job searches, training, and professional development.

· Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with participants.

· Experience in career counselling and mentoring

· Strong understanding of barriers faced by pregnant and parenting young women and strategies for overcoming them or

· Knowledge and experience working with vulnerable youth, especially pregnant and parenting young women

· Working knowledge of organizations, support agencies and community programs that work with pregnant and parenting young women

· Knowledge of employment trends, training opportunities, and community resources

· Knowledge of current local labour market trends

· Experience working with young women between 13-29 years old with chronic unemployment issues

· Knowledge of the issues that, especially the barriers facing racialized young women and supports they require to sustaining employment

· Strong planning and organizational skills

· Ability to meet tight deadlines and changing priorities.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal, analytical, leadership, supervisory and well- developed conflict resolution skills.

· Strong collaboration, teamwork and people skills and be able to engage with young mothers.

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

· Ability to speak a second language, especially French, an asset

Working Conditions:

· Some travel to work sites will be required, meeting with clients on site or virtually

Closing Date: July 30, 2026

The Centre offers a dynamic work environment and career advancement opportunities. The successful candidate must have a negative criminal reference check and vulnerable sector screening as a condition of employment.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, andthe Centre’s Accommodation Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please make your needs known in advance.

The Centre encourages applications from persons who represent the diverse populations we serve.

Qualified applicants should send their cover letter and resume by the closing date to:

­Human Resources

Abiona Centre

1102 Broadview Avenue

Toronto, ON M4K 2S5

Fax: 416-425-4056

OR

Email: hr@abionacentre.ca (please quote "Program Coordinator, Employment Support" in the subject line)

We thank all applicants, however, only those we select for interview will be contacted.

Date of posting: July 14, 2026

Pay: $53,992.00 per year

Work Location: In personPeople Development Coordinator – Education, Training and Research

Location: Edmonton, AB

Closing Date: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Position Status: One (1) Full-time (40 hours/week), One Year Contract (with possibility of extension)

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is seeking a highly organized and collaborative People Development Coordinator to join our Education, Training and Research department in our Edmonton office. Reporting to the Associate Director of Operations - Education, Training and Research, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting employee growth, organizational learning, and workforce capacity across the organization. The People Development Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating employee onboarding, orientation, training, and professional development initiatives, ensuring staff have the knowledge, tools, and resources necessary to succeed in their roles. The position will oversee the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of internal training modules and learning resources, while ensuring employees complete mandatory training requirements and organizational systems training, including FDM, KETO, and other internal processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, and probationary review processes to support successful integration into the organization.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve internal training modules, learning resources, and employee development materials.
• Conduct training needs assessments and collaborate with departments to identify workforce development priorities.
• Coordinate and facilitate in-person, virtual, and self-directed learning opportunities for employees.
• Monitor and track completion of mandatory training, system training (including FDM, KETO, and other organizational systems), and compliance requirements.
• Support managers in the administration, tracking, and completion of employee performance reviews and development plans.
• Implement evaluation tools and feedback mechanisms to measure training effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate leadership development, succession planning, and employee capacity-building initiatives across the organization.
• Maintain accurate training records, development metrics, and organizational learning reports.
• Research, recommend, and coordinate external learning and professional development opportunities that align with organizational priorities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong instructional design, facilitation, and consulting skills
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies
• Proficiency with eLearning technologies and content development tools
• Advanced computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new software
• Experience using Microsoft 365 applications, especially SharePoint
• Demonstrated innovation, initiative, and results-oriented mindset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills tailored to various audiences
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Experience preparing reports, presentations, meeting materials, and professional correspondence.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with leaders, staff, partners, and stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Knowledge of data management and digital filing systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and Métis culture is an asset.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Education, Learning and Development, Human Resources, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a corporate learning and development role
• Proven expertise in all phases of learning design, from needs analysis to evaluation
• Experience supporting complex projects, multiple stakeholders, and fast-paced operational environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations, governments, or community-based initiatives is considered an asset.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work a regular schedule Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with weekend and evening availability, as required.
• Ability to travel throughout Alberta, on short notice, as required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Submission of a Police Information Check.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.
• An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, history, and art.
• Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive benefit package.
• Generous time off policies.
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