Housing First Coordinator – Indigenous Community Advocate

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Northwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 56,400 - 62,903; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation time

Comprehensive benefits program

Competitive Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A community service organization in Northwestern Ontario is looking for a full-time Housing First Coordinator. The successful candidate will coordinate a program designed to support Indigenous individuals at risk of homelessness, advocate for necessary services, and build essential community relationships. Candidates should have a post-secondary diploma in social work and at least 3-5 years of experience in community service delivery, along with strong communication skills and knowledge of the Housing First Approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ work experience in community service delivery.
• Proven experience providing services to Indigenous families.
• Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the foundation of the Housing First program.
• Advocate for Indigenous people at risk of homelessness.
• Establish relationships with community service providers.

Skills

Knowledge of the Housing First Approach

Excellent communication skills

Experience with vulnerable persons

Networking skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Not-For-Profit Organizations

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in social work or related field

Tools

MS Office Software

Job description

A community service organization in Northwestern Ontario is looking for a full-time Housing First Coordinator. The successful candidate will coordinate a program designed to support Indigenous individuals at risk of homelessness, advocate for necessary services, and build essential community relationships. Candidates should have a post-secondary diploma in social work and at least 3-5 years of experience in community service delivery, along with strong communication skills and knowledge of the Housing First Approach.