We are currently seeking a Resettlement Worker to join our team and provide initial support and services to newly arrived Government Assisted Refugees (GARs) through the Resettlement Assistance Program. As a Resettlement Worker, you will be responsible for conducting needs assessments, developing action plans, conducting follow-up assessments, and delivering information and orientation workshops to help GARs transition into Canadian society.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct needs assessments to identify settlement services required by GARs and refer them to appropriate resources
- Develop and update individual orientation and settlement plans with participants to address their changing and ongoing needs
- Address the participant’s immediate and long-term concerns, research, and provide appropriate, accurate information
- Advocate on behalf of the participant, connecting them with relevant government departments and community organizations
- Develop, update, and deliver workshops on topics such as Life Skills for Refugee Families, Health and well-being, and Tenancy Rights
- Maintain regular contact and consultation with community agencies to ensure participants’ access to required services and resources
- Generate and submit monthly activity reports to the Refugee Resettlement Coordinator
- Maintain accurate participant information and progress on ICARE and participant files
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field and/or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of community resources and agencies, including professional and specialized services for at-risk or marginalized populations
- Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, written, and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge and experience in cross-cultural communication and service methods appropriate to clients with low literacy and low English skills
- Language and cultural proficiency for serving participants in Arabic is preferred
- Demonstrated computer proficiency
- Familiarity with issues facing newcomers and vulnerable populations
- Expertise in working with participants suffering from social, emotional, and mental health issues
- Ability to set boundaries and practice self-care
If you are passionate about helping refugees settle into their new lives in Canada we would love to hear from you!
Application Process
KCR Community Resources welcomes and encourages applications from people with diverse abilities. We will strive to provide reasonable accommodations, accessible formats, and communication support upon request to people with diverse abilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
If you require accommodation as part of the application process, please contact Recruitment at our main office on 250 763 8008.
About KCR Community Resources
KCR is a not-for-profit agency fostering diversity, collaboration, and resourcefulness by tailoring services to meet the community, family, and individual needs. We believe in a community where individuals and families are supported in leading healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives.
We value inclusion and relationships built on mutual trust, recognizing each other's contributions, expertise, and opinion. We strive to create a safe and welcoming work environment where collaboration and valuing people's strengths are at the core of our day-to-day interactions.
