Workshop Facilitator

Open Door Group (ODG), a mission-driven non-profit organization serving communities in Alberta and BC, is seeking a Workshop Facilitator to support individuals facing barriers to employment in achieving greater life stability, career readiness, and meaningful employment outcomes.

Status: Part-Time, Permanent

Hours of Work

28.8 hours per week

Wage

$32.04 to $33.83 per hour

Location

The primary work location is the Open Door Group Edmonton Employment Centre at Suite 500, 10150 - 100 Street NW, Edmonton.

About the Role

The Workshop Facilitator delivers engaging, competency-based training designed to help clients develop the skills and confidence needed for employment, greater independence, and long-term success. This role supports individuals with diverse abilities and varying employment readiness levels by creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences tailored to individual learning needs.

The Workshop Facilitator is responsible for delivering curriculum while adapting instructional approaches to support diverse learners and overcome barriers to participation. The role collaborates closely with colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality workshop delivery across both virtual and in-person learning environments.

This position also evaluates client progress, and manages workshop logistics and administrative requirements.

Examples from the Core Areas of Responsibility Include: Facilitation & Instruction

Deliver engaging, competency-based workshops and training sessions that support clients in developing employment readiness, life skills, and workplace confidence. Use adult learning principles and interactive instructional methods to create positive and accessible learning environments.

Client Engagement & Learning Support

Foster supportive relationships with participants while encouraging engagement, confidence, and active participation in learning. Monitor client progress, provide constructive feedback, and respond appropriately to individual learning barriers or changing participant needs.

Collaboration & Administrative Coordination

Collaborate with colleagues to support consistent and high-quality service delivery across programs. Manage workshop scheduling, materials, attendance tracking, reporting, and administrative documentation while maintaining accurate records.

For a full overview of responsibilities, please see the complete job description available on our careers page: Careers at Open Door Group [https://www.opendoorgroup.org/about-us/careers-at-open-door-group]

Why Open Door Group?

Champion of Great Workplaces

ODG proudly holds the title of one of Canada's Certified Great Places to Work, fostering a culture of compassion and authenticity. Join a team that values your unique contribution and believes in the boundless potential of every individual.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

As a Certified Living Wage Employer, ODG is committed to offering more than just a job. Enjoy a comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefits package and an RRSP matching program. Your well-being matters, and we provide an Employee and Family Assistance program to support you. Invest in your future with our professional development fund. Pursue courses, workshops, or certifications to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Community Impact

Be part of an organization that goes beyond the conventional, providing tailored employment services to build strong workforce ecosystems and thriving communities. Your work will directly contribute to the social and economic well-being of the community.

What you bring to the position

If you meet most of the qualifications and are passionate about this work, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that career paths are not always linear. Equivalent combinations of training and experience will be considered.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in social services, instruction, or facilitation
• Two years recent, related experience providing instruction or group facilitation
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (can be acquired after hire)
• Must maintain a satisfactory criminal record, including vulnerable sector check

• Competencies / Skills
• Demonstrated commitment to Open Door Group mission, vision, and values
• Strong understanding of Disability, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles
• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to foster positive relationships with diverse individuals and maintain composure under pressure
• Effective teamwork, collaboration, and independent work skills
• Skilled in facilitation, curriculum design, and adult learning principles
• Ability to adapt content and delivery to diverse learner needs while ensuring accessibility and inclusion
• Ability to manage group dynamics and create positive learning environments
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and adaptability skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, and maintaining accurate administrative records

Open Door Group values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We are looking for qualified individuals who represent, at all job levels, the diversity of the people we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of all genders and sexual orientations, racialized individuals, people with disabilities, individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, ages, and faith traditions.

We strive to ensure an accessible experience for candidates. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us toll-free at 1 866 377 3670 and ask to speak with an HR representative, or you can email us at humanresources@opendoorgroup.org [humanresources@opendoorgroup.org].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Open Door Group team!