Position: Job Coach (2 Positions Available)
Location: Vernon
Department: Adult/Youth Resource Centre
Contract hours: Position 1 - 37.5 hours p/w Position 2 - 33 hours p/w
Closing Date of Posting: October 12, 2026
Desired Start Date: ASAP
Days/Hours of Work: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Reports to: Client Services Manager
Company:
North Okanagan (CFNO) is a community-based not-for-profit corporation offering a comprehensive selection of business and employer services, employment assistance services, and economic development as determined and required by local and regional communities. CNFO is an equal opportunity employer. Our hiring practices reflect the diversity of our community and as an employer, we are committed to employment equity in our work environment.
Job Summary:
The Job Coach is responsible for assisting in the creation of opportunities between clients and employers.
The role of Job Coach requires competency in a wide variety of areas including engaging and guiding youth with barriers in their job search, facilitating groups, sales strategies, marketing and promotions and a general understanding of business and human resources. The Job Coach actively markets our programs, assessing the needs of job seekers and businesses, developing relationships with employers, and networking with key stakeholders.
The ability to work with and have passion around helping diverse populations, such as Youth, People with Disabilities, multi-barriered, Indigenous People, Immigrants, survivors of abuse and others, is of utmost importance. Conflict resolution skills and competence in de-escalating clients in distress are important requirements for this position. The role will deliver our EMPLOY Program and support other employment services and programs. To read more about the employ program, please visit the program page on our website HERE.
Education:
Experience
Benefits and Compensation:
Starting Salary Range: $26.50 - $29.50 per hour pending experience
Application Process:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references through the ‘Apply for this Job’ button. All resumes are reviewed, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
CFNO is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring with diversity, equity, and inclusion at the forefront. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and life experiences to apply. If you require information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation, please state your request in your application.
NOTE: Community Futures North Okanagan is not eligible to hire under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
Open job postingAbout the company
Community Futures North Okanagan is a non-profit organization that provides business support, loans, and economic development services to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the North Okanagan region of British Columbia, Canada.