Regional Navigator

Inclusion Canada is currently recruiting for a **Regional Navigator - West**. This is a fulltime two-year contract position reporting to the Executive Director, Knowledge Translation & Mobilization. Working in a national team and managing a regional caseload, the Regional Navigator - West will provide individualized, direct assistance to people with intellectual and other disabilities and their families in accessing federal and provincial/territorial disability related benefits and supports. These may include CPP-D, the Canadian Disability Benefit, the Disability Tax Credit, Registered Disability Savings Plan, Veterans benefits, Jordan’s Principle, provincial/territorial disability benefits, and others.

Inclusion Canada employs a team that is distributed across Canada. The Regional Navigator - West position will be based out of our Edmonton, Alberta office. Travel within and outside the assigned region is required.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Lead in providing direct navigation support and assisting people with an intellectual disability and their families to access disability related benefits, serving as a resource through the development of comprehensive knowledge on available disability related supports.
- Maintain accurate individual case files and detailed records, preserving strict confidentiality at all times.
- Establish partnerships with community stakeholders including family advocacy associations, member associations, other community organizations and health professionals to promote navigation support.

**Competencies**
- A passion for social justice and equity issues, including the inclusion movement
- Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, and a collaborative approach
- Attention to detail, strong follow-through, and the ability to remain organized and responsive to immediate needs while balancing a caseload
- Knowledge of the disability sector, and particularly services and supports available to adults with intellectual and other disabilities
- Results-driven
- Digital literacy skills

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience, relevant to social services and supporting marginalized populations
- Demonstrated expertise in person-centered planning and supports for people with disabilities and their families
- Demonstrated experience in case management and coordination skills, including time management, planning, relationship building, problem-solving, and effective leadership
- Demonstrated ability to perform duties in a culturally informed and safe manner
- Comfortable working in a digital/remote environment and team
- Ability to travel within and outside the assigned region
- Verbal and written skills in French an asset

**Application Process**

Anticipated start date: June 30th 2025, with flexibility

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Details: 35hrs/week with comprehensive benefits

Salary range: $50,000 - $60,000 annually depending on experience

Benefits: Competitive health and dental benefits available following successful probationary period, generous vacation policy, and progressive workplace culture.

Qualified applicants should forward a **cover letter** and **resume**no later than **5:00 pm EST, May 30th**to:
**Inclusion Canada**

**Attention: Jeff Ferguson, Executive Director, Knowledge Mobilization & Transformation**

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Canadian Human Rights Code. Inclusion Canada will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. **If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Location**:

- Edmonton, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-06
Expected start date: 2025-06-30