Dec 6th Fund Resource Navigator

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Title: December 6th Fund Resource Navigator

Classification: Part-time, Hourly, Term until July 1st, 2026

Hours: 24 hours weekly between Monday-Thursday 9-5

Start Date: January 2026

Deadline to Apply: December 15th, 2025

Location: Halifax, NS

YWCA Halifax is a progressive, multi-service, not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls, two-spirited and gender diverse people and their families at critical turning points in their lives. We work to transform lives by providing a continuum of services and programs that drive lasting positive change. We strive to change the underlying issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty, and homelessness. Our four program focus areas include: promoting the health, wellness, and leadership of women and girls; advancing women's economic and housing security; delivering quality, accessible, early learning, and childcare; and working to end violence against women, girls and gender diverse individuals.

Why work for the YWCA

Staff at YWCA Halifax enjoy a supportive and dynamic team environment, a commitment to staff growth, a connection to the national and international YWCA movements, learning from colleagues in a multiservice agency, and a strong shared vision.

Why YOU should apply

Even if you don't have all the requirements listed in this position, you may be the right candidate. If you are a natural leader with a strong attention to detail and a passion for social justice and gender equity, we want to hear from you. Take a chance and apply. Tell us how you can make a difference through your YWCA.

Program Overview

The Dec 6 funds serve women and gender diverse people 18 years or older, living in Nova Scotia, who are currently fleeing, or have recently fled, abuse or violence. The Dec 6 Fund offers safety planning, resource navigation and financial supports to help alleviate the barriers to achieving safe housing. The December 6 fund offers non-interest-bearing microloans of up to $500 for housing-related costs, which may include damage deposit, rent, power payments/arrears, moving or storage costs, and phone/internet payments. Flexible and affordable repayment is scheduled based on individual means. As well as financial grants for housing-related costs, which may include damage deposit, rent, power payments/arrears, moving or storage costs, and phone/internet payments. The Program Coordinator and December 6 Fund Resource Navigators can provide resources, referrals, case management and advocacy as needed.

Essential Duties of the Position:

• Advance the mission and vision of YWCA Halifax.
• Case management for all applications experiencing abuse and/or violence, regardless of loan eligibility, which would include: emotional support, navigation, advocacy, brief solution focused counselling and emergency/crisis support.
• Ensure the grant funded project's objectives and outcomes are met.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with external program partners to provide awareness of and supports for December 6 Fund program.
• Administrative duties associated with the December 6 Fund program.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree in Social Work or related fields such as Sociology, Psychology, Adult Education, Child and Youth Studies or equivalent.
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural, social, and economic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or previous experience working within domestic and intimate partner violence.
• Experience in community service navigation and case management.
• Effective interpersonal skills and computer literacy.
• Knowledge of community-based, trauma-informed, and harm reduction practices are an asset.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work in an environment that is not always predictable.

YWCA Halifax is committed to diversity, and we welcome all suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. YWCA Halifax is governed by, employs, and serves diverse individuals and community members. Self-identification by applicants does not guarantee an interview but we want you to know that we understand that lived experience of racialization, Indigeneity, disAbility, and gender diversity are their own knowledge and expertise. We value this expertise and consider it as we discern who to interview.

If interested, please send your cover letter and resume in one document to by December 15th, 2026.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 6 months

Expected hours: 24 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Work Location: In person