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General Housing Navigator
Duties
The General Housing Navigator advocates and supports Indigenous community members aged 16 or older who are at risk of homelessness throughout the province. The role involves providing holistic support, navigating housing systems, and acting as an advocate with various agencies to help clients maintain stable living environments.
Hard requirements
- Post-secondary diploma in social work, Indigenous Studies, or a minimum of two (2) years related work experience in community service delivery
- Knowledge of housing systems and proven experience working with clients regarding housing, homelessness, poverty, and addictions
- Proven experience navigating mental health, addiction, and housing systems on behalf of community members
- Strong communication skills with excellent written, oral, and facilitation abilities
- Experience in advocacy when providing services to Indigenous families and/or communities
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to create and maintain a confidential, welcoming, friendly, and safe environment for community members
- Good knowledge of other service agencies and ability to network and maintain relationships
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Must be able to climb several flights of stairs and carry supplies and equipment
- Working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment
- First Nations, Inuit, Métis and self-identified will be given preference (Section 24 of the Ontario Human Rights Code)
- Current Criminal Records Check
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willing to train)
- Own vehicle an asset
- Must have a clean driving record (Insurance Liability requirements)
Work format
Some evening and weekend work may be required. Ability/willingness to work flexible hours.
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