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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

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