IPV Program Coordinator - Jobs in North Bay, ON

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Position Type: Contract - Full Time (35 hrs/week) until March 31st, 2023Payrate: $27.47/hr IPV Program CoordinatorThe Brain Injury Association of North Bay and Area (“BIANBA”) is a local non-profit charitable organization. We have received funding to provide services for individuals living with brain injury and who are experiencing Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).BIANBA makes every effort to provide barrier-free services and advocates for inclusivity and accessibility within the communities we serve. As brain injury is an invisible disability, it is often misunderstood or misidentified which can present barriers to individuals meeting daily living needs or accessing required services. BIANBA operates with a poverty reduction lens to create opportunities for success and independence.We are a client-centred service and staff act as “accessibility devices” to promote strategies for autonomy. BIANBA works alongside individuals to meet their needs, goals and support their choices. In every encounter, we aim to provide education/strategies to individuals and families to address the challenges of living with a complex health condition. BIANBA works with community stakeholders and service partners to advocate/educate about brain injury and its lifelong impacts.Position Summary: The IPV Program Coordinator will reach out to VAW programs and service organizations within the Nipissing District to promote this program, provide brain injury education and develop screening tools for organizations to help identify individuals with a brain injury who are fleeing IPV. The Coordinator will develop partnerships with groups that are most at risk to ensure that all members of the Nipissing District have access to support as needed. The Coordinator will work directly with individuals who are experiencing or who have experienced IPV and have a brain injury/cognitive impairment to provide individualized support including:-client-centred service to support autonomy and empowerment-safety planning-housing procurement-financial literacy-brain injury education/functional strategies for brain injury symptoms-access to income support-access to food security-social connection-legal support and connection-access to crisis services-build circles of support and crisis support as required-access and referral to employment/educational opportunities as appropriateSpecific responsibilities include: Establish a caseload of eligible applicants through outreach and referrals from collaborative partner agencies.Provide one-to-one client support and act as an advocate to develop resources and build community connections.Engage applicants and secure permission to communicate with service partners/professionals as required.Assist in the completion of paperwork and applications for clients as required.Support and accompany clients to other service appointments as required.Provide client-centered services with an understanding of income support, food security, housing, and other community social services.Work in partnership with legal clinics, medical professionals, and other services as required.Provide community education/awareness presentations as required.Prepare regular status reports and maintain client files/documentation per BIANBA’s Policies and Procedures.Collect and prepare required statistical data.Participate in meetings with project evaluation and monitoring team.Ensure all records are kept confidential and secure.Qualifications: Education – Degree/Diploma in Social Service or other related field.Experience – 2 years in the social services field, with knowledge of Intimate Partner Violence.Experience working with people who experience cognitive/intellectual impairments, mental health concerns and/or other barriers to accessing services.Possess a solid understanding about cycles of violence and/or sexual exploitation sector.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Demonstrate an integrated anti-oppression and anti-racism approach.Provide C.P.I.C. records check.Working knowledge of income support in Ontario (OW and ODSP).Ability to work independently.Clear and strong professional boundaries.Valid class G driver’s license and daily access to a reliable, insured vehicle required.Current First Aid/CPR certification.Bilingualism would be an asset.How to Apply: BIANBA welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Please submit your cover letter and resume through Indeed on or before Sept 9th at 5pm. Please reference “IPV Program Coordinator” in the subject line.BIANBA thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Job Types: Fixed term contract, Full-timeSalary: $27.47 per hourFlexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:BIANBA follows municipal, Provincial and Federal guidance regarding COVID-19 precautions.Quick Apply

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