School Settlement Worker- Full Time Contract

YMCA of Three Rivers•Cambridge, ON

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

The YMCA of Three Rivers is seeking a talented professional for the role of Immigrant Services School Settlement Worker. This position is dedicated to supporting newcomers as they navigate their settlement, language learning, and employment journeys in Canada. The role involves working in a multi-cultural environment with diverse clients and staff, contributing to the building of a strong, vibrant, healthy, and inclusive community. The YMCA of Three Rivers is a large non-profit organization focused on the enrichment of communities through the development of people and families, fostering belonging and wellbeing.

Requirements

Completion of a community college degree/ diploma or equivalent.
1-2 years of relevant work experience in the field of community service and immigrant settlement.
Excellent computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and Access.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Keep abreast with Immigration legislation/policies affecting refugees and immigrants.
Mediation and conflict resolution skills.
Previous experience working with confidential data and client information is strongly preferred.
Police Vulnerable Sector Records check required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset, with a preference for Rohingya.
The ability to speak another language would be an asset, particularly one or more of the following: Spanish; Amharic; Tigrinya, or Arabic.

Responsibilities

Provide (in person and/or remote) services to newcomer clients including information, orientation and appropriate referrals to community and government services.
Conduct a needs assessment to identify client’s needs and create a service plan.
Act as an advocate in helping newcomers access services including education, health care, legal systems and support with filling out forms.
Enter information into government/ department databases and prepare monthly statistical reports for the Program Lead.
Connect with ESL schools to provide information and orientation.
Organize and facilitate group settlement workshops as needed.
Connect with community partners and explore effective and efficient service sharing.
Other duties as assigned.