Outreach and Transition Navigator

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Outreach and Transition Navigator                                                

Term: Permanent Full-Time         

Department: Oneida Family Healing Lodge                                          

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 40 hours per week, shift work, must be flexible to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays

Posting Date: August 29, 2024             

Closing Date: September 11, 2024, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Outreach and Transition Navigator has a vital role in supporting individuals and families through their healing journey, using a strength-based, client-centered, and wholistic approach. This position focuses on providing comprehensive information and education about domestic violence while offering culturally respectful, individualized support to clients transitioning from the Oneida Family Healing Lodge. The Outreach and Transition Navigator ensures that both residential and non-residential clients receive tailored, culturally appropriate resources and services, with a focus on empowering clients and promoting their overall well-being.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Social Service Worker Diploma or completion of related diploma program.
2. Minimum 1 year of experience in the social service sector, ideally in advocacy or shelter services.
3. Understanding of family and/or domestic violence.
4. Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
5. Valid Class “G” Driver’s License and use of company vehicle is required.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of a valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and recent driver’s abstract (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
3. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.