Case ManagerFT-Perm (Bargaining Position Unit)
Job Summary
Title of Job:Case Manager (Bargaining Unit Position)
Date: September 29 2026
Closing Date:October 13 2026
Location: Newmarket ON - York Region South Simcoe Supportive Housing
Compensation:$57007 - $71647 Annually Prorated
Work Type:Onsite
Job ID:
Existing or New Positions:Existing
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges substance use challenges poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19534 annually and providing 1839 units of supportive housing last year LOFT is one of Ontarios largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.
Program Summary:
York Region South Simcoe (YRSS) Supportive Housing Services provides support to individuals facing serious mental health challenges and homelessness who might also experience substance use challenges. This program provides a range of supportive housing options across York Region and South Simcoe either within LOFT owned houses/buildings or through head lease arrangements with private landlords. Each house or apartment whether individual or shared comes fully furnished and with support services attached.
Our goal is to support clients to maintain housing stability and tenure in the community in a manner that fosters self-worth and dignity.
We offer a range of programming that meets the level of support needs or unique challenges of specific populations. These include small group living arrangements for those requiring minimal support individual and shared accommodations and staffed congregate settings for individuals needing daily support. Within that continuum we also serve people with current involvement in the criminal justice system or those with several comorbid health issues.
Job Summary:
As a Case Manager you will work independently or be part of a team that co-ordinates a support network and links clients living with mental illnesses addictions and physical health issues. The position attempts to empower the client thereby increasing their independence dignity and self-respect in a safe and secure environment. Direct service and support will be provided to clients in areas such as daily living practical assistance crisis intervention linkages to primary care and a range of other services to support the individuals needs.
What You Will Do:
- Create individualized support and recovery plans with clients and professionals based on assessments.
- Support clients in building independence by teaching daily living skills (e.g. hygiene medication cooking budgeting).
- Coordinate care by connecting clients with social medical and community support.
- Provide crisis intervention and help develop crisis plans.
- Represent the program professionally with clients families and community partners.
- Mediate conflicts and help clients learn problem-solving skills.
- Organize or support social activities to reduce isolation.
- Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
- Work collaboratively with the team contribute ideas and support new staff or volunteers.
- Provide on-call 24/7 crisis support on a rotating basis.
- Assist with preparing units for new clients.
- Provide case management and connect clients with services like housing and ID support.
- Help clients access financial supports such as Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) or other financial resources as required.
- Other duties as assigned by Program Manager and/or designated supervisor.
- Post-secondary education in Social Services / Human Services or equivalent field.
- Minimum 3 years working experience with client population group.
- Understanding of challenges faced byclient group adults and senior with challenges eg: mental illness addictions physical health concerns and homelessness etc.
- Proficient in intake assessment crisis intervention advocacy and problem-solving to support client needs.
- Ability to build therapeutic relationships and collaborate with clients on goals.
- Familiarity with community resources and professional services.
- Strong teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Strong interpersonal communication and counselling skills to effectively engage clients in sensitive areas such as life skills healthy living and relationships.
- Solid computer literacy for maintaining records files and reports.
- Effective analytical organizational and time management skills for coordinating client support and program activities.
- Demonstrates cultural competency with an understanding of diverse backgrounds and inclusive practices.
- Must have a valid drivers license insurance and a reliable vehicle to travel within the region.
- Staff will be required to work in clients rooms and may therefore be exposed to secondhand smoke.
- May also be required to be on-call as emergency contact for after hours.
- Frequent travel within the Central LHIN will also be required.
- A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance and long-term disability
- Defined Benefits Pensions Plan
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- E-learning program available all year round
- Starting vacation time above minimum standard
- Additional paid personal and paid sick days
- Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
- Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
- Access to Perkopolis a comprehensive corporate discount program
- Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Maternity-leave and Parental leave top up program
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion collaboration and community delivered with dignity innovation and excellence. LOFTs vision is that together we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontarios diverse community and it is LOFTs goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you dont tick all the boxes but think youd thrive in this role you are encouraged to apply.
Note:
- A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
- This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position
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