Indigenous Housing Navigator Position

7 days ago


Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Hamilton Regional Indian Centre Full time

Company Overview

The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a leading Indigenous not-for-profit organization. We are committed to driving positive change in the community through culturally based and community-focused initiatives.

We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structures while maintaining a supportive and positive work atmosphere.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Indigenous Housing Stability Navigator to join our team. As a staff member, you will have opportunities for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers, and a generous benefit package.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves providing individualized case management to support clients in maintaining and sustaining their housing. You will work closely with other case management staff and existing clients to achieve this goal by identifying needs, strengthening life skills, and providing appropriate referrals.

Requirements

To be successful in this position, you will require:

  • a 2-year College diploma in Social Service work, Indigenous Studies or a combination of relevant education and experience;
  • 2 years of demonstrated and related work experience within an Indigenous organization or community, homelessness and/or social service setting, or a combination of equivalent experience as deemed relevant by the Executive Director;
  • experience in case management, planning, and coordination for people with complex support needs;
  • demonstrated ability to initiate a support service plan that addresses safety, basic needs, relationships, daily activities, life skills, social and community integration, risks and triggers, managing tenancy, economic and wellness opportunities, and create goals for greater independence including exit planning;
  • ability to provide crisis management, advocacy, and outreach as required;
  • work in conjunction with other program staff to deliver workshops and events to enhance wrap-around services for clients and strengthen community education;
  • awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on the impacts of trauma;
  • demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships;
  • ability to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends;
  • proficiency in MS Office applications and other database applications- statistical and narrative reporting;
  • First Aid/CPR and non-violent crisis intervention certification or be willing to be certified is an asset;
  • Valid driver's licence with clear driving record is an asset; and,
  • must have or obtain, within 30 days of hiring date, a clean Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (CPIC) check with Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) as a condition of the employment offer.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including:

  • 5 paid cultural days per year;
  • 4 paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards;
  • paid shutdown over the winter holiday week;
  • health benefits for full-time permanent employees, available after a three-month probationary period;
  • generous salary and compensation package.

Compensation Package

This role comes with a competitive salary range of $55,000 - 65,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Location

This position is located at the Hamilton Regional Indian Centre in Hamilton, Ontario.

Contact Information

Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, to:



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