CharityVillage

Hours: 35 hrs/wk.

Range: $42,691-$69,628

Location: 30 College St., Toronto

Position: Unionized

Classification: Full-Time Regular

Summary:

At Native Child, we are guided by our purpose: Honoring Our Roots, Embracing Our Future. We are inspired to be and do our best, recognizing the profound impact we have on our communities, our people, and our shared heritage. Our commitment to preserving and celebrating Indigenous culture drives us to be a leading force in our region. Here, you are welcomed into an inclusive and supportive environment that values each individual's contributions and fosters collective success.

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Housing Advocacy/Eviction Prevention in Communities, the Housing Advocate/Eviction Prevention Worker is responsible for assisting Indigenous Community Members in meeting their temporary and permanent housing needs through individualized case management.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide fair, respectful and culturally relevant services to Indigenous Community Members, consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Native Child and Family Services of Toronto.

• Conduct outreach to homeless and or at-risk Indigenous Community Members.

• Collaborate with internal/external resources who work with homeless Indigenous Community Members.

• Assist Indigenous Community Members in completing needed applications for affordable housing and income support programs.

• Assist with landlord outreach, through initial phone contact, accompaniment for viewings, lease signings, and landlord tenant dispute resolutions.

• Inform and assist Indigenous Community Members with their knowledge of tenant rights and legal resources.

• Support the maintenance of a current and accessible housing registry.

• Act as a source of integrated information, referral and short-term case management that brings Indigenous Community Members and services together to meet vital needs.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files according to specified timelines and provide written reports.

• Provide life skills and pre-employment skills to Indigenous Community Members.

• Develop and provide culturally based programs to support housing sustainability.

• Flexibility to provide relief coverage to other NCFST service areas as required.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• CYC/CYW and SSW Diploma along with at least 1 years related experience, or alternatively, an equivalent combination of relevant education in a related field and experience working with Indigenous Community Members will be considered.

• Experience working with Indigenous communities.

• Experience with holistic case management.

• Ability to work independently and as a team.

• Produce a clear Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check.

• Knowledge of First Nations, Inuit and Metis traditions and cultures, as it pertains to the local community.

• Understanding of systemic barriers faced by Indigenous Community Members and ability to advocate within systems.

• Good understanding of available housing resources, and the Landlord Tenant Act.

• Flexibility in working program service hours may include weekends/evenings

• Strong written and oral communications skills, and basic computer skills.

• Sound organizational skills, including the keeping of organized written records.

• Must be familiar with and able to contribute to a team approach.

• Demonstrated understanding, and commitment to, integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values into practice, service and relationships.

• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation.

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships