Social-cultural Navigator

3 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families Full time

Inuuqatigiit-Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families is a multi service non
- profit organization serving Inuit children and youth and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families.

***

Under the supervision of the Manager of Family Well-Being, the Social/Cultural Navigator provides support, referrals, advocacy and programming for vulnerable Inuit children, youth, their families and caregivers. Services are provided to those who reside in Nunavut but are receiving medical services in Ottawa, as well as to other vulnerable children and youth, including those. The Social/Cultural Navigator will help ensure access to cultural, social and other needed supports that contribute to their well-being.

**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide social and cultural support to vulnerable Inuit children and youth, and those who reside in Nunavut but are receiving medical services in Ottawa;
- Address the cultural, educational, physical, and mental health needs of vulnerable Inuit children, youth, and their families through support, programming, case management and referrals;
- Participate in information sharing and case conferencing to ensure culturally appropriate plans of care are followed
- Promote Inuit culture, language, values and traditions to enhance health, well-being, and community connection;
- Work closely with parents and caregivers to provide appropriate strengths-based supports;
- Plan and deliver cultural and social activities to Inuit children, youth, and parents/caregivers;
- Plan and/or assist with the delivery of cultural awareness education to other service providers;
- Work with clients, families, and caregivers, to create a navigation strategy that will lead to quality service, maximize collaboration, and streamline and integrate services;
- Work in collaboration with other professionals in addressing issues for children/youth;
- Document case notes and services provided in an electronic database system and maintain such information confidential;
- Adhere to all legislative, agency, accreditation, professional, and best practices standards;
- Actively participate in case management meetings and required follow up;
- Provide responsive and inclusive support services to clients
- Advocate for and support families and caregivers as they negotiate complex systems;
- Provide culturally sensitive and trauma-informed support that encourages parents/guardians to be actively involved in their children's care
- Other duties as required by the manager

**ACCOUNTABILITY**
- Accountable for the safety and security of participants participating in programs and services.
- Accountable to support clients - children, youth and parents, caregivers.
- Accountable to stakeholders; and
- Accountable for the effective and efficient delivery of services in keeping with funding agreements.

**WORKING RELATIONSHIPS**
- Develop supportive and professional rapport with Inuuqatigiit Centre staff and partner agency staff.
- Participate in conflict resolution when required.
- Foster therapeutic relationships with clients using well known elements of relationship building (e.g. attentive listening, empathy, non-judgment, etc.).

**EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS**
- Communicate with parents on a regular basis (e.g. referrals, child's/youth's progress);
- Follow protocols and referral processes as appropriate to meet the needs of parents, children, and youth;
- Liaise with internal and external partners to maximize client service and/or improve working relationships; and
- Raise awareness and sensitivity of Inuit issues through participation in relevant community groups and committees; and
- Participate in community outreach and conduct educational presentations as appropriate.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- Work regular and consistent weekly hours of work;
- Providing services to clients at a time which best meets their needs, which may include occasional evenings and weekends;
- Additional hours on occasion to meet deadlines and ensure delivery of high-quality programs and services.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families;
- Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports;
- Knowledge of supports and services for children and youth in Ottawa;
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
- Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software;
- Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation, fiscal management, and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations;
- Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment; and
- Ability to function effectively in a high stress, high noise environment.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS**
- Inuit descent required; fluency in Inuktitut would be an asset;
- Diploma or training in social services or related field of study;
-

  • Systems Navigator

    4 weeks ago

    Ottawa, Canada Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre Full time

    Job title: Systems Navigator Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract) Hours: 35 hours/week **Salary**: $28.039- $32.674 per/hour Benefits and Eligibility: 3% in lieu of group benefits, HOOPP pension eligibility, two weeks leave Application deadline: Until filled Who are we? Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre is an innovative community...

  • Systems Navigator

    2 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre Full time

    Job title: Systems Navigator Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract) Hours: 35 hours/week **Salary**: $28.039- $32.674 per/hour Benefits and Eligibility: 3% in lieu of group benefits, HOOPP pension eligibility, two weeks leave Application deadline: Until filled Who are we? Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre is an innovative community based,...

  • Bilingual Community Navigator

    7 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Community Navigation of Eastern Ontario Full time

    Make lives better by connecting the community to the resources they need. Every day. The Community Navigation of Eastern Ontario (CNEO) is a non-profit, bilingual organization that helps to connect people through multilingual mediated access to community, social, health and government services in their community. CNEO has been operating 211 Services in...

  • Client Care Navigator

    3 weeks ago

    Ottawa, Canada Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada Full time

    Scope and Summary of Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Client Care Navigator (CCN) will coordinate and integrate supports and services around the person living with vision loss. In this direct client service role, they will be the key contact or navigator for individuals after a vision loss diagnosis. The responsibilities include assessment, supporting the client...

  • Navigator, Youth Mental Health and Addictions

    3 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Metis Nation of Ontario Full time

    **Internal/External** **Full-time/Permanent** **Location: Anywhere in Ontario** **Remote Work: Flexible (both in-office and remote-work required)** **Closes: June 30, 2023** **Starting Salary**:$53,260 per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $69,260 [2023 Rates] **All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified...

  • Multicultural Health Navigator for Franco African Communities

    1 week ago

    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Somerset West CHC Full time

    Job Title: Multicultural Health Navigator for Franco African Communities Classification: Community Health Worker Department: Primary Health Care (PHC) Reporting to: Manager, Ottawa Newcomer Health Center Type: Term until March 31st, FTE (21 hours per week) Pay Scale: $ $33.16/hr. Application Deadline: As soon as possible About SWCHC We are Somerset...

  • Multicultural Health Navigator for Franco African Communities

    1 week ago

    Ottawa, Canada Somerset West CHC Full time

    Job Title: Multicultural Health Navigator for Franco African Communities Classification: Community Health Worker Department: Primary Health Care (PHC) Reporting to: Manager, Ottawa Newcomer Health Center Type: Term until March 31st, 2025 - 0.6 FTE (21 hours per week) Pay Scale: $27.54 - $33.16/hr. Application Deadline: As soon as possible About...

  • Bilingual, Early On Family Navigator

    7 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Centretown Community Health Centre Full time

    **Position Summary**: The Early ON Family Navigator provides direct service and coordinates, plans and delivers high quality services consistent with the Early ON Child and Family Centre guidelines for children from birth to 6 years and their families / caregivers. The Family Navigator, serves as a central point of contact for Ottawa child and family...

  • Bilingual, Early On Family Navigator

    6 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Centretown Community Health Centre Full time

    **1-year contract - maternity/parental leave replacement 5 days/week (1.0 FTE)** Pay Scale $45,809 to $55,193 /year Pension and Benefits Excellent benefits package including Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Application Deadline December 19, 2023 at 4:59:00 a.m. **About the Role**: The Early ON Family Navigator provides direct service and...

  • Medical Traveler Program Support Coordinator

    3 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families Full time

    Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth, and Families is a multi-service non-profit organization serving Inuit children and youth and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families. *** Under the...

  • Community Support Coordinator

    7 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Capital City Mission Full time

    **Community Support Coordinator Position Description** At CCM, providing social support is a key aspect of our mental health support work. We are a trusted drop-in where marginalized people of any ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, and ability can come as the first point of contact to receive other services that support mental well-being. The...

  • Care job Care job

    3 weeks ago

    Ottawa, ON, Canada Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada Full time

    Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes people's lives? One that not only cares deeply about clients, but also values that its employees are its greatest asset? Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada is a unique health services organization that serves people who are blind or partially sighted across the country. Our certified...

  • Counsellor - Spanish Speaking

    5 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OTTAWA Full time

    **Benefits**: - 15 days’ vacation in first year prorated to your start date and FTE - 10 days Personal Time Off prorated to your start date and FTE after 3 months of employment - Various Jewish Holy paid days off - Health and Dental Benefits plan - Hybrid work environment - Employer RRSP after one year of employment - Use of gym facilities - Flexible...

  • Psychotherapist

    1 week ago

    Ottawa, Canada Somerset West Community Health Centre Full time

    **Position Title**: Psychotherapist **Classification**: Psychotherapist **Department**: Primary Health Care (PHC) **Reporting to**: Manager, Ottawa Newcomer Health Centre **Position Type**: Term (Fulltime) - January 3 - March 31, 2023 **Pay Band**: $34.83- $40.98 - _____________________________________ **About SWCHC** We are the Somerset West...

  • Case Manager

    5 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada healthcarecan Full time

    **PROGRAM: Mental Health Access Program - Slaight Pathway** **POSITION DETAILS: Contract for 2 year, 1.0 FTE** **LOCATION: Jarvis Site** **COMPETITION: 24-014** **FULL POSTING**:24-014 Case Manager - The Garry Hurvitz Centre for Community Mental Health at SickKids (sickkidscmh.ca)** The Garry Hurvitz Centre for Community Mental Health at SickKids (GH-CCMH)...

  • Housing Stabilization Case Coordinator

    3 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada Metis Nation of Ontario Full time

    **Internal/External** **Full-time/Term (July 5, 2024)** **Location: Anywhere in Ontario** **Remote Work: Flexible** **Closes**:May 26, 2023 **Starting Salary: $47,540-$54,190**, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $61,810 [2023 Rates] **All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who meet the...

  • Road Construction Junior Inspector

    2 days ago

    Ottawa, Canada TULLOCH Full time

    **Come Join Us!** **_"We want to build an organization where everyone loves their job and their leaders care for them"_** Over the last 30 years, TULLOCH has built a robust multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm recognized Canada-wide for its strengths in the diverse service offerings and commitment to excellence. TULLOCH's innovative use of...

  • Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care

    2 weeks ago

    Ottawa, Canada Health Standards Organization Full time

    Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Friday, April 19, 2024 Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Salary: Commensurate with experience Location: Ottawa | Montreal |Toronto - Hybrid work model and Possibility of Remote ABOUT THE ROLE: As the Regional Director for Ontario and Long-Term Care within HSO’s Client and Assessment...

  • Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care

    1 week ago

    Ottawa, Canada Health Standards Organization Full time

    Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Friday, April 19, 2024 Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Salary: Commensurate with experience Location: Ottawa | Montreal |Toronto - Hybrid work model and Possibility of Remote ABOUT THE ROLE: As the Regional Director for Ontario and Long-Term Care within HSO’s Client and...

  • Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care

    2 weeks ago

    Ottawa, Canada Health Standards Organization Full time

    Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Friday, April 19, 2024 Regional Director, Ontario and Long-Term Care Salary: Commensurate with experience Location: Ottawa | Montreal |Toronto - Hybrid work model and Possibility of Remote ABOUT THE ROLE: As the Regional Director for Ontario and Long-Term Care within HSO’s Client and Assessment...