Social Navigator

  • CompanyChippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation
  • Job TypeHuman/Social Services
  • Required ExperienceMinimum of two (2) years’ work experience in Social Services addictions or mental health or community development
  • Job TypeFull Time, Permanent Employment
  • Education / CredentialsSocial Services Worker Diploma
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline01/24/2025

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Social Navigator

 

Program/Dept:                       Health & Wellness

Reports To:                            Case manager

Type of Employment:           Full-time Permanent

Wage:                                     ($27.75 – 34.50)

Hours of Work:                      30 hours per week

Closing Date:                         Friday, January 24, 2025                                            4:00 pm EST

Under the direct supervision of the Case Manager the Social Navigator will work closely with community members/service providers to identify member’s needs and develop strategies to address them and assist in developing positive relationships. The Social Navigator supports clients moving to life stabilization by determining their ongoing needs to link them to appropriate health and social services. Provide continued support including working collaboratively with other community teams/agencies including ‘Violent Threat Risk Assessment’ (VTRA) and ‘Rapid Intervention Support Team’ (RIST) to ensure clients do not fall ‘between the cracks’.

Experience and Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Social Services Worker Diploma
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in Social Services addictions or mental health or community development
  • Life Skills training considered an asset
  • Knowledge if Indigenous culture and traditions with respect to all faith standards of living
  • Experience in conflict resolution practices, problem solving and intervention
  • Understanding of community agencies and a cross section of service providers
  • Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence
  • Acceptable recent Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to undertake

Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Submit cover letter and resume addressing qualifications outlined

Drop off or mail to:  Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0.  Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope.  Fax:  519.534.2130  E-mail: [email protected]  For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or by call the Band Office at 519.534.1689