Employment Readiness Coordinator
March 3, 2026
The Employment Readiness Coordinator of Adeara is responsible for supporting clients who are seeking employment, further education, or job-readiness skills. Working under the direction of the Recovery Support Lead, this role integrates Adeara’s bio‑psycho‑social‑spiritual approach to recovery while helping women build confidence, overcome barriers, and pursue meaningful employment or training opportunities.This position strengthens Adeara’s vision by supporting sustainable recovery through practical skill‑building, empowerment, and increased stability for women rebuilding their lives. The Employment Readiness Coordinator will uphold accreditation standards as well as policies and procedures for the recovery program. The Employment Readiness Coordinator will be committed to working in a collaborative environment to provide excellence in care. The Employment Readiness Coordinator will work in agreement with the Mission, Vision, and Value Statements, policies, and Philosophy of Care of Adeara.
Overview
Adeara Recovery Centre is a long-term, residential recovery program for women. We help women in addiction create lasting change through our accredited, faith-based program. As a Christian organization we are guided by the love of Christ from the day-to-day operations to the programming we deliver, to the women and their children we serve. We are passionate about providing a clinically sound and faith-based recovery program and ministering to the whole person through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our approach and actions are rooted in biblical principles, our ultimate source of truth and guidance. We endeavor to offer the opportunity to share God’s love in a compassionate and caring environment while accepting those we serve for who they are, their uniqueness and their diversity.
- Our vision is to see women in addiction experience freedom through a life of recovery.
- Our mission is to empower and equip women to live in sustainable recovery through hope, healing, and restoration by providing long-term, faith-based programming, counselling, and life skills support.
- Our values are serving women and their children with love, compassion, dignity, respect, integrity and accountability.
Our program is designed to walk with women through the process of finding hope, healing and restoration. We believe the recovery journey is a lifelong process, and while the journey begins at Adeara, it does not end upon the completion of the one-year program – we continue to walk with women beyond the scope of the residential program as they continue to pursue a life of recovery.
Key Accountabilities
- Design and facilitate employability and life-skills workshops while coordinating volunteer, internship, and transitional employment opportunities to support client’s job-readiness.
- Guides clients in identifying their strengths and goals while developing individualized employment pathways and job‑search strategies. They also support clients with resumes, interviews, community networking, and spiritual encouragement as needed.
- Collaborate with local employers, training organizations, and community agencies to create opportunities and reduce barriers for participants.
Individual Responsibilities
Program Delivery & Workshop Facilitation
- Design and facilitate employability and life‑skills workshops, including resume writing, interview skills, workplace etiquette, communication, time management, and financial literacy.
- Coordinate volunteering, internship, or transitional employment opportunities for program participants.
Client Support
- Assess clients’ skills, interests, abilities, and motivations to create effective employment pathways.
- Develop personalized career and job search strategies tailored to the client’s goals.
- Assist clients with resume and cover‑letter development, and prepare them for interviews, including panel interviews.
- Support clients in developing professional networks and community connections.
- Assist clients with spiritual development through prayer and spiritual support as needed
Community Collaboration
- Collaborate with local employers, training organizations, and community agencies to create opportunities and reduce barriers for participants.
Qualifications
- Has a certificate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, addictions counselling (proof of certification is required).
- Related experience in area of employment readiness is preferred.
- Has experience and in-depth knowledge regarding addiction, trauma, and mental health.
- Strong communication skills and experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to engage respectfully and compassionately with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Conflict‑resolution skills and ability to respond calmly to crises
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Intervention Record Check
- Valid First Aid & CPR C – within the first 3 months of hire
Please include a cover letter to be considered for the position. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you are passionate about making a difference in women’s lives, we invite you to bring your expertise to Adeara Recovery Centre. Join us in creating a nurturing environment where transformation begins!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 24 per week
Work Location: In person