Housing & Recovery Navigator

GWEKWAADZIWIN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Housing & Recovery Navigator

Internal/External Posting (Fixed Term Contract)

Position Description:

A full-time contract position responsible for the development and implementation of housing navigation stabilization and recovery supports as part of the Gwekwaadziwin Miikan continuum of services.

The Housing & Recovery Navigator will support individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness by assisting with housing placement tenancy stabilization and access to mental health addictions cultural and community supports. This role operates across Withdrawal Management land-based treatment Live-In Aftercare (LIAC) and Community Aftercare programs to ensure continuity of care and long-term housing success.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Report to the Withdrawal Management Team Leader
• Program development and implementation related to housing and recovery supports
• Responsible for supporting intake and housing assessments of program participants
• Development of individualized housing and recovery plans
• Electronic file and paper file management
• Communicate with participants and their families regarding housing and recovery supports
• Support participants in securing and maintaining housing including rental applications and landlord communication
• Assist with eviction prevention rental arrears support and housing stabilization
• Supporting referrals to external organizations including housing mental health addictions and social services
• Responsible for liaising with community organizations housing providers landlords and First Nations communities
• Group and one-to-one interactions focused on life skills housing readiness and recovery support
• Support transitions between Withdrawal Management Treatment Live-In Aftercare and Community Aftercare
• Assist participants in accessing employment education and training opportunities through partnerships such as Kenjgewin Teg and local employers
• Assist in implementation of research and outcome measurement projects
• Various administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement is a degree in social services social work Indigenous studies addictions or other related human service diploma with mental health and addictions training
• Preference given to an Individual of Anishinaabe ancestry with knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek history clan systems protocols etiquette culture traditions and ceremonies
• Experience working in mental health addictions homelessness or housing support services
• Knowledge of housing systems income supports and community resources
• Proven experience with data management office administration and electronic records
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects
• Mature individual who can work independently with preference given to individuals living a traditional lifestyle and being on a life-long journey in traditional knowledge

Requirements:

• Possesses a valid Ontario Class G drivers license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends as required
• Must have a relevant diploma and/or equivalent work experience

Salary:$58000 - $65000 (Based on education and experience)
Term: Full-time one-year contract with opportunity for extension pending funding
Position availability:One (1) position
Closing Date:May 8 2026 @ 4:00pm

Contact:

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those applicants under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Required Experience:

Manager