7 Housing jobs

(Relying on Provisions of Section 23 of the Ontario Human Rights Code) Start Date: Immediately - March 31, 2023 Position reports to: Shelter Director - Oshki Kizis Lodge Location: Oshki Kizis Lodge 2323 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa, Ontario Summary: The Residential Support Worker will support the Assistant to the Shelter Director. This position is under the supervision of the Shelter Director-Oshki Kizis Lodge. The Residential Support Workers are responsible for providing culturally appropriate, safe space for women and children within a Violence Against Women specific shelter and the efficient operation of a 24-hour crisis line. Responsibilities:   Responding to the Crisis Line and providing support and crisis intervention to callers that is timely and appropriate Will be responsible for additional administrative duties. Supporting women and children in acquiring safe accommodations Create and...

(Relying on Provisions of Section 23 of the Ontario Human Rights Code) Start Date: Immediately - March 31, 2023 Position reports to: Shelter Director - Oshki Kizis Lodge Location: Oshki Kizis Lodge 2323 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa, Ontario Work Conditions: Moderate - High-Risk Environment Summary: The General Housing Navigator (GHN) advocates and supports Indigenous community ages 16 years of age or older, who are/or at imminent risk of homelessness throughout the province. Priority is given to Indigenous people who are at a greater risk of losing their children to the child welfare system and/or who are at a greater risk of becoming in conflict with the law because of their homelessness. The Nihdawin Program which is funded through the Ontario Native Women’s Association assists and supports Indigenous people in these circumstances. The General Housing Navigator provides advocacy and support in the areas of housing, maintaining existing housing...

(Relying on Provisions of Section 23 of the Ontario Human Rights Code) Start Date: Immediately  Position reports to: Shelter Director - Oshki Kizis Lodge Location: Oshki Kizis Lodge 2323 St. Laurent Blvd. Ottawa, Ontario Work Conditions: Located in office setting; low - moderate risk environment Purpose: Have a good understanding of cultural competency; with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate. Provides culturally appropriate supports and comprehensive case management to homeless First Nations, Inuit and Métis youth. The youth that will be served have been determined to have higher acuity, including assessment, case planning, and evaluation of services. Duties and Responsibilities: Advocates for the mission of the organization and promotes the vision and direction of the agency’s values Delivers services with safety, respect, and effectiveness Follows all policies and procedures of the organization...

* Contract up to March 31, 2024 with the possibility of extension Context One in three people who are homeless in Ottawa are Indigenous. Wabano has been providing housing support services for over 20 years. Wabano is now looking for Housing Workers to be part of our Housing Team to support Indigenous people on their housing journeys. Whether people need help finding or keeping their home, Wabano’s Housing team helps them create a safe, cozy place that they can feel pride in calling home. If you are the right person for this role, you understand people in crisis and have the passion to make a difference. Whether you are Indigenous or non-Indigenous, have not-for-profit experience or lived experience, we are looking for compassionate people with the ability and drive to advocate for the needs of Indigenous people without homes in Ottawa. Qualifications MUST HAVE: As a Housing Worker, you will meet Indigenous people who: Are at their most...

Context Are you an individual with a passion for helping Indigenous community members on their healing journey? Do you have experience integrating Indigenous cultural practices and harm reduction techniques into your work as a Mental Health and Addictions Worker? Are you able to advocate for clients and ensure that they are receiving the timely and quality of care they deserve? If so, this opportunity is for you! The Role As an Indigenous frontline worker with a post secondary degree in Addictions and Mental Health fields (both are preferred), combined with an understanding of how to access treatment, mental health and social supports as well as navigate a complex health care system, you will want to consider this opportunity. To meet these responsibilities, the Mental Health and Addictions Worker will: Provide intensive case management, holding a primary caseload of 30 clients. Provide outreach mental health and addiction support services to homeless or...