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Job Summary
The Saskatoon Indian Mtis Friendship Centre (SIMFC) is a non-political, autonomous and a non-profit organization. The Saskatoon Indian Mtis Friendship Centre serves as a Gathering Place where Indigenous people can be culturally engaged and connected to community. The Fifth Fire is a culturally relevant housing program for youth ageing out of care or those whom have recently aged out of care.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
Ensure utilization of relevant cultural resources and practices
Assess housing barriers and needs of individuals experiencing homelessness
Manage cases, provide advocacy and referrals
Build relationships and liaise with service agencies and stakeholders
Provide support services to equip and empower clients to sustain housing
Interact with clients who have complex and often multiple service needs
Advocate for higher needs cases
Engage in all SIMFC events
Other duties as assigned
This is a term position, until March 31, 2021
Qualifications
Knowledge in cultural practices and resources
Knowledge of tenant rights and responsibilities
Knowledge of community resources
Experience and ability to navigation in a multi-disciplinary service provision environment
Minimum of bachelor degree in a related field such as Human Services, Social Work, Sociology
Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
Case management skills, including documentation, maintenance and audit preparation
Strong advocacy skills
Valid drivers license
Aboriginal candidate preferred (please self-identify)
A clear criminal reference check, Vulnerable Sector Clearance and Saskatchewan Drivers Abstract will be a condition of employment
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
Specific Skills
- Conduct follow-up assessments
- Resolve conflict situations
Work Location Information
- Urban area
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)