Under Section 25 of the Constitution Act and Section 16 (1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act FRANAS will give preferences to Indigenous peoples. Only short –listed candidates will be contacted
Key responsibilities and duties:
Provide one-on-one assistance with clients to prevent homelessness and support those Indigenous peoples who are currently homeless by determining the appropriate response to youth or adult housing needs and conducting an intake as necessary. Co-creating individual service plans with clients in conjunction with other support team. Sharing knowledge of other Housing support programs from partner organizations. Liaise with property managers, landlords, realtors and other sources to identify and secure vacant properties for client placement. This position relies on accountable and timely reports and updates on progress with participants, housing placements, retention, activities and outcomes.
Education and experience requirements:
- Degree or diploma in human services, social work, or related field focused on understanding the needs of specialized populations (experiencing mental health, substance use, institutionalize persons)
- Minimum 2 years experience in case management in a front line capacity
- Experience advancing the needs of people faced with multiple barriers, intergenerational survivors and resistance
- Work history based on evidence-based practice, client centered approaches, and harm reduction models
· Must demonstrate an Indigenous Centred Approach working with specialized community members
· Full understanding of holding trusting relationships and practicing confidentiality within close communities
· Must successfully complete Criminal Record Review for work with vulnerable adults and children
· BC Class 5 driver’s licence and clear driver’s abstract (own vehicle an asset)
· Experience with Microsoft Office
Job Types: Contract, Permanent
Salary: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
implementation enhanced infections dieses protocols in place
Expected start date: 2021-12-06
