Housing Worker- Rap Arabic

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Catholic Centre for Immigrants Full time

About Us

The Catholic Centre for immigrants (CCI) has been serving refugees and immigrants for more than 65 years. CCI is a bridge between the 7,000 immigrants and refugees who come to Ottawa each year and the community. We provide programs and services to help newcomers settle and integrate. We also work in the community to promote the value of a diverse and more welcoming community for all.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of the Reception House, the **Housing Worker **will work closely with the Housing coordinator to support the housing programs and activities to secure affordable accommodation for all newcomer clients, using a multidisciplinary case-management approach will provide the clients with a broad base of support and resources. The housing worker will perform other duties, as the organization and the program manager require.

**This position reports to** the Reception House Manager
**Employment Status**: Full-time
**Hourly rate**: $28.10
**Deadline Date to Apply**: July 04, 2023

**Location**: 204 Boteler Street

**Rotating Location**: 204 Boteler Street and other temporary sites

**Responsibilities**:

- Assess and respond to clients’ initial housing needs, and settlement and integration needs as required
- Assist clients in finding suitable housing accommodations, including viewing housing options, unit availability, rent negotiation, leases, rent payment, and others as needed
- Arrange appointments, assist and accompany clients, when needed
- Liaise with RAP Officer at local Immigration for rent cheque payment, order of furniture, starter kit, and others as needed
- Arrange client’s transportation “move in to & move out from” Reception House and other temporary locations
- Facilitate RAP orientation, Housing workshops, and other basic educational workshops, and activities to orient clients to their new community, Canadian culture, and social norms.
- Conduct house briefing (meet &greet) with new arrival if needed in all temporary locations
- Maintain a good working relationship with landlords and community services to secure permanent accommodation for clients and integration
- Maintain an up-to-date list of affordable housing inventory.
- Liaise and advocate for clients with community service providers and suppliers regarding clients’ needs (furniture delivery, date of moving, documentation, etc.)
- Accompany the client when moving out of the Reception House and other temporary locations to ensure a smooth transition to their permanent accommodation and new community
- Perform in-person follow-ups with clients and landlords, at the office, by phone, and/or through home visits to evaluate client progress/needs and to ensure housing retention.
- Maintain accurate service records and program documentation.
- Provide activity reports and statistical information as required.
- Participate in meetings and activities that promote understanding of newcomers.
- Work collaboratively with volunteers and staff, including other housing workers, to ensure efficient and effective CIC events and activities management.
- Other duties as assigned by the manager

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary education in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Good knowledge of the Settlement sector and work with refugees
- Experience assessing client needs to provide appropriate service and referrals.
- Experience facilitating groups and workshops.
- Skilled at de-escalation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to function in a multidisciplinary, culturally diverse workplace.
- Fluency **in English and Arabic is required**. Fluency in other languages is an asset
- Active listening and capacity to communicate empathetically
- Ability to work independently and on a flexible schedule
- The Catholic Centre for Immigrants (CCI) is committed to being an equal opportunity employer._

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