Crisis Navigator & Shelter Intake Advocate

Wasauksing First Nation; Parry Sound; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Wasauksing First Nation invites applications for an On-Call Social Navigator & Intake worker to support the shelter, especially on weekends and evenings. You will operate under the Housing Manager, greeting guests, performing intake, and delivering crisis support and referrals to Indigenous residents and shelter clients overnight.

Responsibilities include confidential assessments, safety planning, records management, and coordinating donations, while maintaining a guest-centered approach and

Qualifications

• Degree in social work or counselling psychology is preferred.
• 2–3 years of frontline experience in social services are required.
• Current registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license or access to transportation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Be a leader in a warm, welcoming environment while ensuring safety of guests and staff.
• Interview clients to assess needs and determine eligibility for services.
• Provide crisis counselling and help develop safety plans for clients.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and safeguard records.

Skills

Interview clients

Crisis counselling

Advocacy

Microsoft 365

Interpersonal skills

Education

Social work degree

SSW diploma

OCSWSS registration asset

Equival ent education

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Wasauksing First Nation invites applications for an On-Call Social Navigator & Intake worker to support the shelter, especially on weekends and evenings. You will operate under the Housing Manager, greeting guests, performing intake, and delivering crisis support and referrals to Indigenous residents and shelter clients overnight.

Responsibilities include confidential assessments, safety planning, records management, and coordinating donations, while maintaining a guest-centered approach and