Hours: 35 hrs/wk.
Range: $28.24-$40.94 / hour
Location: 185 Carlton St. and Scarborough Area
Position: Unionized
Classification: Contract Fulltime (1 Year)

Summary:

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto strives to provide a life of quality, well-being, caring and healing for our children and families in the Toronto Aboriginal Community.
We do this by creating a service model that is culture-based and respects the values of Aboriginal people, the extended family, and the right to self-determination and through the integration of holistic, culturally based prevention services that are child centred, family focused, and community driven.


Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Bekaadendang the Outreach Worker- Anti-Human Trafficking Program will:
• Understand vulnerability and resiliency factors related to exploitation within the Indigenous community
• Outreach to Aboriginal community members who are vulnerable to or being exploited; develop reciprocal relationships with community members, other collaterals and stakeholders.
• Develop both informal and formal partnerships with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal agencies, with an emphasis on the Scarborough, Malvern, Mt. Dennis, and downtown Toronto areas
• Educate and empower other service providers to address the issue of human trafficking in Toronto’s Aboriginal community on a larger scale
• Increase access to Bekaadendang services in areas where there is currently less access
• Conduct community and street outreach services for Aboriginal clients who are survivors of, or have lived experience of human trafficking, or who are at risk of being trafficked.
• Alongside the Supervisor and the other Outreach worker, support outreach efforts to community, with an emphasis on the Scarborough, Malvern, Mt. Dennis, and downtown Toronto areas
• Develop and facilitate online and in-person outreach initiatives for sharing information about Bekaadendang services
• Provide accessible and culturally-based support and interventions to help Indigenous community members, including youth, establish and maintain balance in their lives.
• Advocate on behalf of, provide information, referrals and follow-up services to community members as needed
• Be able to educate on/support with: harm reduction, safety planning, wellness planning, empowerment based approaches
• Co-create and facilitate group activities (circles) and related events; occasionally, position may require running a group in the evening to meet community member needs
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and written reports.
• Work as part of a team and communicate effectively to other staff
• Be knowledgeable about internal and external services
• Information sharing via social media
• Perform other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:
• Preferred candidate will have a BSW degree and 1-2 years relevant experience and/or a combination of relevant education and experience
• Lived experience and community connections are assets
• At least 2 years of experience in social work setting, gender-based violence setting, or a related setting
• Preferred candidate will have strong connections with Toronto’s Aboriginal community
• Understanding of human trafficking, sex work, sex trafficking, choice, coercion, and control, impacts on Aboriginal communities, and other related challenges
• Understanding of the Harm Reduction Model, addictions, cognitive impairments, mental health issues, human trafficking, sex work, safety planning, HIV, post exposure prophylactics and sexual health
• High literacy in Aboriginal culture(s), and a concrete understanding of the unique dynamics that exist within the community.
• Knowledge and experience working with LGBTQ2 youth.
• Knowledge of the legislation pertaining to various systems, including the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, the Criminal Code, and The Youth Justice etc.
• Knowledge of local community agencies and other professional services available for the client group.
• Ability to perform duties through Anti-Oppressive Practice (AOP).
• Skills in the delivery of training and group programs/ workshops.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, counseling and de-escalation skills.
• Good intake assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical, time management, organizational skills.
• Strong report writing, communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently, with the ability to run occasional evening groups upon community request
• Respect for confidentiality and limits to confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, to maintain effective communication and working relationships, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, tact, sensitivity and build strong internal relationships.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace Health and Safety practices and understanding of an employee’s responsibility under current legislation.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to integrating the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Mission and values in to practice, service and relationships.
• A willingness to obtain and pass a Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check

To apply, please provide:
• Cover letter outlining how you how meet the qualifications of the role.
• Current resume and include three work related references
• Proof of Vaccination. NCFST employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, absent of a valid medical exemption or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Human Rights Code of Ontario.
• As a multi-service urban Aboriginal agency providing holistic, culture-based programs and services to Aboriginal children, and families, NCFST will give priority to applicants who identify as First Nations, Inuit, Metis, and those with close affiliations.
• NCFST is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, NCFST will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.


Closing Date: June 28, 2022.
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We thank you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.