Job Description

Job Purpose:

The Indigenous Housing Advocate supports Indigenous community members with securing preferred housing. This program directly supports clients through the process of securing and maintaining housing, as well as provides liaison supports to complimentary services.

Education:

A Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in Social Services, Indigenous Studies or related field

Experience/Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability in working with the urban Indigenous community

Knowledge of Indigenous history and contemporary issues

Excellent organizational and problem solving skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with other team members and outside organizations

Ability to adapt and respond to quickly evolving situations

Must have a valid Ontario Drivers' License, access to an insured vehicle for client transportation and able to travel

Responsibilities:

Identify and outreach to families and/or individuals in need of housing services and connect them with appropriate supports

To engage in one to one peer support as required

Refer individuals and/or families to services and supports as needed

Advocate on behalf of the clients to secure services

Provide options for a full-range of rental and/or ownership housing that offers safe, accessible and quality accommodations

Effectively communicate with community landlords in order to provide the client with the best possible support

Provide guidance to the individual and/or family regarding apartment search and viewings

Set up unit viewings with landlords if the participant is unable to do so

Attend homelessness meetings with community partners to keep up to date on current issues

Attend the Landlord Tenant Board to support individuals and/or families

Provide services and supports to individuals and/or families including but not limited to life skills training, financial literacy and Landlord Tenant Board education

Transport clients to apartment/home viewings, medical appointments, etc. when necessary

This position requires work outside the office environment

Provide outreach services to those experiencing homelessness

Provide food security supports to those experiencing food insecurity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person