Northwood Neighbourhood Services requires a Settlement Worker (Vietnamese/Chinese-speaking)
Northwood Neighbourhood Services (NNS) is a non-profit, charitable organization with a volunteer Board of Directors, the majority of who are residents of the area served. The organization is managed by the Executive Director, who works with and under the direction of the Board of Directors. Three levels of government and the volunteer sector fund the organization.
The Settlement Worker will deliver services to Vietnamese and Chinese newcomers. He or she will be responsible for outreach, workshop delivery, intake and assessment focused on the needs of the newcomers who are in the process of settling in Canada.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver settlement services to Vietnamese and Chinese newcomers: services include intake, assessment, case management, documentation, information and referrals, outreach and follow-up
- Develop and facilitate information and orientation sessions and materials for Vietnamese and Chinese new immigrants and refugees
- Assess the needs of newcomer; advising and/ or referring to other services, agencies or programs
- Maintain and expand client base through outreach, which includes community visits, developing outreach materials and promoting community networks
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for the program
- Compile statistical reports and records and prepare reports as required
- Represent the agency on appropriate community networks focused on immigration issues and refugee status and work in conjunction with other agencies and community groups to co-ordinate/facilitate the delivery of services.
- Participate as a team member on the delivery of services
Qualifications:
- Social Worker Diploma or Degree or equivalent experience
- Good communication skills in English, written and oral
- Experience with the target Vietnamese and Chinese community
- Knowledge and familiarity with settlement issues facing new immigrants and refugees, community resources and support available for immigrants and refugees; with a focus on the challenges faced by immigrant women
- Excellent interpersonal and group skills
- Familiarity with Toronto's Vietnamese and Chinese communities,
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively with other co-workers and volunteers in a culturally diverse environment
- Proficient in the use of database, spreadsheet and word processing software
- Ability to speak, read and write Vietnamese and Chinese languages preferred
This is full-time position.
Thank you to all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
