EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Mental Health and Addictions Worker (Housing Department)

1 Full-time Position March 31, 2027

The Role

Are you passionate about supporting Indigenous community members on their healing journey? Do you bring both professional training and a deep understanding of the systemic barriers Indigenous people face when accessing mental health and addiction services?

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health and Addiction Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide culturally grounded, client-centered support to individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, while navigating complex health and social systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intensive case management with a primary caseload of approximately 30 clients
• Deliver outreach-based mental health and addiction support to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing emotional support
• Conduct outreach in community settings including streets, shelters, encampments, and clients’ homes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with service providers supporting trauma, addictions, and mental health
• Complete client assessments, referrals, advocacy, and support within a case management framework
• Facilitate one-on-one and group support sessions and educational opportunities
• Support clients in accessing treatment options and navigating systems of care
• Assist clients in addressing social challenges through referrals and system navigation
• Participate in case conferences, chart reviews, and team collaboration
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and complete required reporting
• Contribute to data collection and program evaluation efforts

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Social Service Work or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and counselling skills with the ability to work across diverse populations and settings
• Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of colonization and systemic barriers on Indigenous mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health
• Proven cultural competency in working with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities
• A non-judgmental, inclusive, and strengths-based approach to supporting individuals experiencing substance use and other complex challenges
• Ability to work some evenings, weekends and possibly overnights for on-the-land outings when required
• Ability to recognize and respond effectively to crisis situations
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to work in unpredictable environments
• Knowledge of and ability to navigate health care and social service systems
• Valid Criminal Reference Check for working with vulnerable populations

Salary:

Range $57,000 – $65,000 per year + Benefits

Why Work for Us:

You will be part of a dedicated team working to create meaningful change in the lives of Indigenous community members. This is an opportunity to bring your skills, compassion, and cultural knowledge to a role that truly makes a difference.

• Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment;
• Comprehensive Group Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
• A Defined Benefit Pension Plan/ Employee Pension Plan with an equal contribution by Wabano (HOOPP)
• An Employee Assistance Program
• A Wellness Spending Account (Renewed Annually)
• Four (4) weeks paid vacation time

Application Details

Please submit your application to jobs@wabano.com. Application materials include a cover letter and resume. This opportunity will remain open until filled, so tell us your story early!

Wabano is an inclusive and equitable organization, encouraging applications from qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify in your application).

Wabano is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted for an employment opportunity or interviewing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. All applications are reviewed by our hiring team; Wabano does not use artificial intelligence tools or artificial intelligence-enabled applications to screen or select candidates.