Kootenay Employment Services Job Board
Join Our Team and Build a Career with Purpose
Description
Are you looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference every day?
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals in our local community as they navigate employment, personal growth, and positive change.
We’re not hiring for a single position; we are looking for the right people to grow with us.
If you’re passionate, people-centered, and excited about building a long-term career in a supportive, values-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you.
About You
You’re someone who:
- Thrives in collaboration, builds strong relationships, and connects easily with others.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as administrative abilities.
- Has the courage to take initiative to find creative solutions.
- Enjoys helping others overcome challenges and approaches problem-solving with curiosity, resourcefulness, and openness to trying new ideas.
- Adapts well to change, stays steady when things shift, and embraces new projects with a willingness to learn along the way.
- Approaches mistakes with humility and is committed to personal growth, continuous improvement, goal setting, and ongoing learning.
- Wants to grow long-term with an organization and build a meaningful career while contributing to the community.
We value transferable skills, lived experience, and a willingness to learn — you don’t need to check every box or have a specific degree.
What You Will Do
While roles vary, team members typically:
- Support clients as they work toward their employment and life goals.
- Build trusting relationships and provide encouragement, guidance, and resources.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers, and community partners.
- Contribute ideas, solve problems creatively, and adapt to evolving needs.
- Celebrate client successes and contribute to a positive team culture.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an organization centred around people, growth, and community.
- Develop a long-term career with opportunities to learn, lead, and evolve.
- Work in a supportive environment where your strengths, ideas, and lived experience matter.
Some of KES's Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Fully paid employer health, dental, vision.
- Group RRSP option with employer contribution.
- Your birthday off (paid) every year!
- Vacation starting at 6% (3 weeks/year).
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Wellness Wednesdays – paid break to use for your choice of self-care activities.
- Paid volunteer opportunities.
- Excellent staff culture – we are a group of people who truly care about their work.
Want to know more about who we are? Check out these videos:
If you’re curious, interested, or unsure — reach out.
Compensation
$29.50 per hour