Housing Navigator - DSOER - Jobs in Cornwall, ON

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Date postedJanuary 8, 2023TitleHousing Navigator – DSOERStatusTerm to March 31, 2024BilingualismFluently bilingual in both official languages is essentialClosing DateJanuary 20, 2023Service Coordination for People with Developmental Disabilities (SCS) is a not-for-profit bilingual organization managed by a volunteer Board of Directors which works with and for families and people with intellectual disabilities residing in the region of Ottawa. SCS serves adults and children by providing information, referral services and case management support. An important goal is to empower families/individuals to make informed choices about the supports they seek. DSOER is a service offered by Service Coordination and works with and serves families and adults with intellectual disabilities residing in the Eastern Region: United Counties of Prescott-Russell, Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, city of Ottawa and County of Renfrew.Primary FocusReporting to the Operational Supervisor of DSOER, the Housing Navigator is responsible for the provision of navigation services specific to housing within the Developmental Services for the Eastern Region program (Renfrew County, Prescott-Russell, Stormont Dundas and Glengarry, and the city of Ottawa). The Housing Navigator will collaborate with individuals, their families, and staff both at community Developmental Services agencies and within the housing sector to address the housing needs of adults who have a developmental disability and/or dual diagnosis (mental health and developmental disability).Main Responsibilities

• Provide information about housing for people seeking assistance to obtain or explore inclusive and/or innovative housing options in their community
• Provide information to individuals and the public regarding supportive housing and available grants, as well as education on how they can use funding and/or assets toward their housing solutions.
• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities and their families/caregivers by providing information about MCCSS services and resources and/or non-MCCSS services and resources.
• Reviewing and updating contact information to maintain accurate records
• Assist individuals to connect to local community resources and agencies including working with the municipal service managers
• Work alongside adult protective service workers or equivalent to assist in the development of Individual Support Plans for individuals that reflect their housing needs and all available community-based housing options
• Maintain ongoing contact with individuals, families, and staff at community agencies through a variety of methods (e.g. follow up phone calls, resource fairs, presentations, organized drop in’s, etc.)
• Establish and maintain both formal and informal networks both across and within sectors through interagency committees and collaborative initiatives.
• Work in collaboration with the community to inform and direct people to available community supports, fee-for-service options, other government supports, employment, etc.
• Facilitate family engagement through connecting people with common interests or experiences with one another (e.g. through caregiver or self-advocacy networks).
• As assigned, actively participates on internal and external committees and working groups, always representing the best interests of the organization and the individuals that we support.
• Ensure uploading of all documentation into MCCSS Developmental Services Consolidated Information System (DSCIS).
• Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research.
• Works in collaboration with other agency disciplines and services, and with community partners, in furthering the functions of the application entity.
• Work with DSOER to promote Community Engagement activities such as presentations, workshops, initiatives
• Participate in Partnership mapping process
• Support SN as needed (Ex: covering for an extended medical leave for a SN)
• Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A University Degree or College Diploma with a focus on Social Services, supplemented by previous work experience in the Developmental Services Sector or related field
• Experience in service provision with knowledge of community housing resources and local service system and providers
• Strong consulting skills
• Experience in a non-profit health care setting considered an asset
• Above average oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Expertise in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience working in an Electronic Client Records system is an asset

Core Competencies Required

• Service Orientation
• Collaboration
• Relationship/Network Building
• Interpersonal Relations & Respect
• Advocating for Others
• Self-Development

Working ConditionsWorking conditions are normal for a virtual environment and working with clients in the community. Work regular business hours with some overtime when required. Attend meetings in the Eastern Region and provincially if required and safe.AccommodationsService Coordination (SCS) has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for candidates and employees with specific needs. If you require specific accommodations, please contact the Human Resources Advisor of SCS so that we can arrange to provide appropriate accommodations.As the ideal candidate, you are a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills who works well in a team environment. Qualified candidates may submit their resumes, along with a cover letter quoting job number 01 - 2023 no later than January 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm to Human Resources.SCS embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building teams that represents the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills and business requirements.While we appreciate all responses, however we will contact only candidates under consideration. We kindly ask not to send in duplicate copies of your resume.Quick Apply

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