Case Manager

Closing: Posting will remain open until filled

Term: Full Time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: $54,800- $64,400

Our Vision is “to lead the design, development, and delivery of sustainable and culturally appropriate housing that promotes excellence in the Indigenous community and organizational infrastructures.”

We are currently seeking a Mkaana’aa wii-giiwe’aad Case Manager for our office located in Timmins, Ontario
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Reporting to the Resilience Coach/Supervisor, the successful applicant will be an integral member of the Mkaana’aa wii-giiwe’aad – “Finding their way Home” program team responsible for providing case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness. As part of the team, you will address important social issues with passion, creativity, and flexibility. You will also be responsible for assisting OAHS in delivering an Indigenous approach and ensuring culturally appropriate referrals are made to local community agencies that offer Indigenous-based programs, such as the Métis Nation of Ontario, Indigenous Friendship Centers, and Ontario Native Women’s Association.

The successful candidate will be a goal-oriented, organized, enthusiastic individual who understands and appreciates how safe, affordable housing contributes to the quality of life and serves as a stable foundation.

Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services also welcomes and supports diversity including those who identify as 2

SLGBTQQNBIA+.

In meeting the objectives and vision of the organization, preference will be given to qualified individuals of First Nation, Métis, or Inuit ancestry, and are asked to self-identify on their cover letter.

Please note that you are encouraged to apply early as interviews will be scheduled as applications are received.

We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In return for your ongoing excellent performance, strong work ethic, and commitment to our vision, mission, values, strategic plan, and the people we serve, Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services offers a comprehensive compensation package. This comprehensive compensation package includes:

• Challenging and fulfilling work; an inclusive and supportive team; and a work environment steeped in and guided by Indigenous culture;
• Comprehensive medical & dental benefits + company vehicles available for some fieldwork;
• $2000 Health Spending Account + $2000 Wellness Spending Account per employee;
• Company matched RRSP Program;
• Additional paid holidays (in addition to statutory holidays) include Family Day, Easter Monday, National Indigenous Peoples Day, Civic Holiday, Indigenous Veterans Day, and Louis Riel Day;
• Opportunity for cultural, educational, and other approved leaves;
• Supported training opportunities for personal and professional development while reciprocally enhancing organizational capacity;
• A competitive salary in the pay band B6- $54,800- $64,400;

Duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Support the OAHS mission and vision and make significant contributions to the achievement of the corporate strategic plan;
• Contribute to the success of the Mkaana’aa wii-giiwe’aad Program;
• Assist with the delivery of the Mkaana’aa wii-giiwe’aad Program according to specified policies, procedures and program guidelines;
• Provide outreach and intensive case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness;
• Identify the target population, perform screening assessments, make appropriate referrals and provide linkage to primary care, mental health, and all other social services that are required;
• Develop, implement and revise individual case plans (Journey Plans) and monitor individual progress toward goals;
• Advocate on individual’s behalf when necessary;
• Facilitate development of life skills, social inclusion, engagement and traditional wellness;
• Collect quantitative and qualitative data and submit monthly…