Intake Worker

This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

We advise all applicants with work permits that obtaining employment with Polycultural will not guarantee the approval of any application for Permanent Resident status and emphasize that Polycultural's positions do not currently qualify under the government's Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) or Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) initiatives.

Company Overview

Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all. We are a multicultural melting-pot perfectly reflecting Canada's diversity. We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all. With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. Serving clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.

Summary

The Polycultural Reception Centre is designed to provide immediate and essential services to Government Assisted Refugees (GARs), during the initial period after the refugees arrive in Canada, with the focus of equipping GARs with accommodation and daily necessities, knowledge, skills and abilities as well as connections with broader community to live safely and independently.

This role is responsible for receiving clients and is first point of contact for clients at reception center including ongoing client intake, determining eligibility criteria, gathering basic background information, connecting clients to appropriate staff, providing information on services offered, rules and requirements, responding to emergency situations, and working with other internal and external teams onsite and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Creates a welcoming environment by greeting clients, handling queries by phone, email.
• Provide concierge services to clients such as travel arrangements, taxi services, information regarding local amenities and attractions.
• Based on initial contact, complete intake forms and enter relevant data into internal and external databases, refer clients to internal program staff.
• Manage room assignments, conduct wake-up calls for RAP & POE clients.
• Coordinate RAP & POE client travel to/from reception center and airport.
• Provide comprehensive information to clients on RAP & POE services offered, rules, and requirements.
• Assist in responding to client requests and complaints.
• Organize and maintain room service schedules for RAP & POE clients.
• Manage housekeeping schedule for rooms.
• Manage room keys.
• Respond to emergencies and prepare serious occurrence reports.
• Ensure efficient service delivery for RAP & POE clients.
• Track and gather applicable data to generate comprehensive and accurate statistical reports
• Maintain documentation related to supplies, purchase orders submitted, service contracts, etc.
• Foster strong working relations with agency programs and partner organizations.
• Actively participate in professional development initiatives.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues onsite.
• Perform reception duties
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Administrative Services, Social Services or Counselling and at least three years' experience working with immigrant communities or a combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of immigration and refugee services, GTA-based programs, agencies, and issues facing newcomers
• Familiarity with issues facing newcomers in a Canadian urban setting and systemic barriers to integration in education, social, cultural, and economic aspects of Canadian life.
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, customer service, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those who speak additional languages.
• Strong organizational and technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work flexible schedules as needed.

Other requirements

• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check (completed when offer is made)

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families within our community, we invite you to apply for the Intake Worker position at Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services today

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In support of persons with disabilities, Polycultural asks job applicants with disabilities who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process, to please advise Human Resources, if contacted for an interview/testing, so that suitable accommodation can be arranged. (In compliance with AODA, 2005, Integrated Accessibility Standards). If you require assistance in sending your resume due to a disability, please contact Human Resources directly.

We thank everyone for their interest in Polycultural; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity.

No phone calls please.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.74 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person