Ukrainian Support Settlement Worker - Jobs in Hamilton, ON

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Ukrainian Support Settlement WorkerPosting #: 3469 Posting Date: 7/5/2022 Posting Closing: 7/12/2022Have you heard of usWesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about our work advocating for harm reduction, housing, poverty eradication and food security in Hamilton, Halton and Brantford. We’re committed to diversity & inclusion and a healthy work life balance. We would love for you to join our team!Are you the one we’re looking forWe are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Ukrainian Support Settlement Worker who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.The Ukrainian Support Settlement Worker, working with the Client Support Services program, is responsible for providing case management support to newly arrived Ukrainian Refugees. Staff will each hold a case load, comprised of individuals and families, which they will assist to integrate into the community, for a period of up to 6 months.There are multiple positions available, based in Hamilton and Brantford. These positions are unionized, temporary, full-time positions. The rate of pay is $24.60 per hour. They are contract positions until March 31, 2023.Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome, interact, and support clients accessing the program and be available and approachable to address client’s needs as they arise.

• Responsible for necessary interpretation and translation for direct service delivery with clients.

• Conduct initial intake and needs assessment.

• Provide appropriate and client centered information and referral regarding the various services and resources available in the community.

• Manage and maintain up-to-date client files, input client data and information into the program database, complete government documents and forms, provide referrals, write case notes, and provide regular follow-up with clients.

• Conduct regular home visits, and accompany clients to various appointments in the community for different services and resources.

• Advocate on behalf of clients for services and resources in the community.

• Provide life skills, telephone support, and crisis intervention as needed.

• Participate in case management meetings with internal staff and external service providers.

• Coordinate and facilitate program activities as required.

What you will bring:

• Advanced knowledge of a second language is an asset: Ukrainian, Russian is strongly preferred.

• University Degree in Social Work or related Social Science or equivalent with minimum 2 years’ relevant practical experience working with newcomers required.

• Social Service worker diploma or equivalent with 5 years relevant practical experience working with newcomers also accepted.

• Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or eligible for registration at the time of employment is required. Note: registration must be completed within 90 days after start of employment.

• Minimum one year experience in an Intensive Case Management role serving a vulnerable population, including victims of trauma, is required.

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers…

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute
• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones!
• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event
• Professional development and training opportunities

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate is required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Human Resources. In the event that successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination, completion of an educational session and weekly antigen testing to provide a negative result will be required.Please Apply Via: Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:

• Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/

• From there you can access all of Wesley’s job postings

Wesley is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.Quick Apply

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