Housing Navigator - Kitimakehtowin Friendship Centre - Wetaskiwin

Housing Navigator - Kitimakehtowin Friendship Centre - Wetaskiwin
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create and manage housing plans, conducting intake and client assessment, facilitating
referrals, offering advocacy, and building relationships with landlords and other
community service providers to improve housing stability and self-sufficiency.
• Work directly with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability to help
them establish and achieve individualized housing goals and create housing plans.
• Provide clients with information and referrals to relevant community resources, including
shelters, housing programs, and other social support services.
• Act as a liaison and advocate for clients within various systems, such as the housing
market or other social services, to ensure fair treatment and access to resources.
• Assist clients with the logistics of securing housing, which may include finding available
units, arranging property viewings, and helping with the application process.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including intake and discharge forms,
and ensure adherence to agency policies and procedures.
• Foster positive relationships with landlords, housing providers, and other community
partners to expand housing options and resources for clients.
• Provide support and de-escalation during housing-related crises or other emergent
situations that may arise for clients.
• Ability to wok effectively with vulnerable populations, especially indigenous individuals
and families, with an understanding of their specific needs and challenges.
• Ability to identify client needs and advocate effectively within complex systems to
achieve positive outcomes.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
• Diploma/Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field.
• Experience in housing support, homelessness prevention, or case management.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and empathy skills to build trust and rapport
with clients.
• Knowledge of local housing systems and supports.
• Advocacy and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in case management, record-keeping, and documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal. verbal. and written communication skills to effectively engage
with clients and partners.
Required Documentation:
➔ Copy of Valid Driver's License
➔ Updated Resume with 3 references
**ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED AND MUST CONTAIN THE ABOVE
INFORMATION OR WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.**
Please submit the required documentation to:
SAMSON CREE NATION PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
Phone number: 780-585-3793
Email: personnel.179@gmail.com
Deadline for Applications:
October 23, 2025