Association for New Canadians (ANC) is a non-profit, community based organization dedicated to the provision of settlement and integration services for immigrants and refugees.
Job Title: Settlement Officer(s)
Location: St. John’s
Position Type: 2 full-time positions to March 31, 2022 with the possibility of renewal pending operational needs and funding approval
Closing Date: Monday December 2, 2021
Reporting to the Settlement Coordinator, the Settlement Officer is responsible for delivering a client-centered service model to support refugees and immigrants settling in Canada as well as working collaboratively with the various ANC divisions.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Providing case management services through the use of assessments, information and referral, accompaniment, home visits, and follow-up to assist clients live independently and integrate successfully;
- Providing individual, family, and group support to clients according to level of needs and language;
- Providing information and referral to a wide array of community agencies, professional services, settlement, and social services, etc.;
- Providing logistical support by meeting clients at the airport, assisting with their move to permanent accommodations; and assisting in completing their applications for essential services;
- Delivering life skills and orientation sessions to help facilitate their settlement into the local community;
- Collaborating with other employees, volunteers, and stakeholders to help identify and resolve any settlement-integration issues; and
- Recording and compiling accurately client statistics and accomplishments to include in monthly activity reports.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant Human Services degree (equivalencies will be considered)
- Skilled in crisis intervention, conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
- Flexible to work outside of standard core hours (Monday-Friday, 9am -5pm) is a must
- Ability to effectively engage with a variety of stakeholders, both internal and external
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication (both written and oral) skills
- Previous case management experience supporting a vulnerable population
- Knowledge of specific issues facing refugees and immigrants
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Experience developing goals, timelines, and delivery methods to achieve set objectives
- Accurately record and compile client statistics and accomplishments to include in monthly activity reports
- Ability to speak Dari/Pashto/Farsi is an asset
Conditions of Employment
- Some travel within Metro Region is required for medical transportation as well as evening arrivals
- Valid class 5 driver’s licence (3 years or more experience driving in Canada is an asset); and access to a reliable vehicle is required
- Position is subject to a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary.
How to Apply
- Please email a cover letter and resume as one PDF or MS Word document to jobs@ancnl.ca.
Association for New Canadians values inclusiveness and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.