Job Description

The Family Supports for Newcomers Program
Full-Time Term Ending March 31st, 2026
(With the possibility of an extension)
35 hours per week
Position Summary
The Newcomer Case Coordinator assists newcomer individuals and families with multiple barriers and complex needs to integrate and adapt to life in Canada using a wrap-around case management approach that includes: pro-active service coordination, referrals, advocacy, education, skills building and emotional support.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct client-centered assessment and service planning to identify goals and priorities; jointly determining the need for assistance in accessing and managing resources internally as well as through other agencies
Provision of information about life in Canada, emotional support and guidance to help clients build on their strengths and enhance their coping skills
Proactively assisting clients with understanding and navigating the various systems they are struggling to navigate independently
Accessing, advocating, coordinating and following up with multiple systems on behalf of clients
Key Qualifications:
Degree in human services is required, Bachelor of Social Work preferred
A minimum of two years of experience in direct client services, preferably in a service coordination and case management role
Experience working with immigrants and refugees is required.
Experience of navigating and working with different systems like Immigration, justice/legal, health/mental health, Family Services (CFS), Social Assistance (EIA), is required * An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Sound knowledge about the case management model and its application with populations who have significant barriers
Specialized knowledge in the area of attachment and trauma-informed approaches to supporting newcomer populations, especially those from refugee backgrounds
Understanding about mental health, mental illness, addiction, and the support services needed for people going through a mental health crisis.
Ability to go for home visits, accompanying and supporting clients at community appointments including the court, shelters, Immigration hearings, CFS, schools, EIA, etc.
Comprehensive knowledge about the wide range of community resources
Ability to work collaboratively within the team and with collateral organizations
Active participation in Clinical Supervision, team meetings and relevant professional development activities
Demonstration of cultural competency to work effectively and respectfully with people from different cultures and diverse backgrounds, including consideration of how social, historical contexts and imbalance of power have impacted people's experiences
Ability to practice cultural humility; acknowledging oneself as a learner when understanding others' personal experiences, as well as demonstrating a commitment to lifelong learning and self-reflection
Possess excellent time management skills, attention to detail and adherence to professional ethical standards
Demonstrated ability to clinically manage high risk cases involving problem solving and crisis/risk assessment and intervention skills
Ability to advocate effectively
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop rapport and ensure communication is understood across a variety of cultures and circumstances; ability to work collaboratively within a team
Demonstrated ability with planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating and realigning priorities
Ability to speak a relevant language is considered an asset
At Family Dynamics, your well-being is our priority:
Supporting others also means supporting our team. We have you covered!

• Positive and supportive work environment including active committees:
• Workers Health and Safety;
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; and
• Psychological Health and Safety
• Manitoba Government Employees Union

Benefit plan includes:
Health and dental coverage, Vision, Ambulance and travel insurance life insurance, long-term disability insurance and travel insurance, Company pension plan
Other benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Leave that accumulates upon hire
• Paid Vacation Leave that accumulates upon hire
• Opportunity to work from home one day per week(conditions apply)
• Flexibility to adjust work hours with management approval
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development

Family Dynamics is committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace environment. We welcome applications from all women, racialized persons, indigenous persons, newcomers, refugees, persons with disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self- identify at the time of application. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations through all aspects of the selection and recruitment process. Please contact HR to make those arrangements.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal records check, including vulnerable sector search, and child abuse registry check, within 6 months of the present date.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please apply below:

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