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LOFT Community Services

Supports housing and mental health services

Case Manager

Case Management & AdvocacyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeToronto, ON, CanadaCA$57k - CA$71.6k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in Social Services, Human Services, or an equivalent field.
  • At least 3 years of work experience with the client population group.
  • Understanding of challenges faced by adults, including mental illness, addictions, physical health concerns, and homelessness.
  • Proficiency in intake assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, and problem-solving to support client needs.
  • Ability to build therapeutic relationships and collaborate with clients on goals.
  • Familiarity with community resources and professional services.
  • Strong teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Interpersonal, communication, and counselling skills to engage clients in sensitive areas such as life skills, healthy living, and relationships.
  • Computer literacy for maintaining records, files, and reports.
  • Analytical, organizational, and time-management skills for coordinating client support and program activities.
  • Cultural competency and understanding of diverse backgrounds and inclusive practices.
  • A valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle to travel within the region.
  • A satisfactory vulnerable sector check is required.

Responsibilities

  • Create individualized support and recovery plans with clients and professionals based on assessments.
  • Support clients in building independence by teaching daily living skills, including hygiene, medication, cooking, and budgeting.
  • Coordinate care by connecting clients with social, medical, and community support.
  • Provide crisis intervention and help develop crisis plans.
  • Represent the program professionally with clients, families, and community partners.
  • Mediate conflicts and help clients learn problem-solving skills.
  • Organize or support social activities to reduce isolation.
  • Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with the team, contribute ideas, and support new staff or volunteers.
  • Provide on-call 24/7 crisis support on a rotating basis.
  • Assist with preparing units for new clients.
  • Provide case management and connect clients with services such as housing and identification support.
  • Help clients access financial supports such as Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program, or other financial resources as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Manager or designated supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • A car is described as an asset in the work environment.

About the Company

LOFT Community Services

Supports housing and mental health services

LOFT Community Services provides housing and support for people facing mental and physical health challenges, addiction, cognitive impairment, and homelessness. It offers safe, stable housing along with practical help to regain dignity and independence. The organization runs a range of services, including supportive housing, outreach via York Region/South Simcoe’s only homeless street outreach van, and programs for recovery and integration. Unlike many peers, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health providers and the biggest housing and outreach operator in its region, enabling it to serve about 4,000 people a year with a proactive, diverse set of programs. LOFT’s goal is to reduce homelessness and empower clients to take control of their lives through recovery, independence, and sustained stability.

Company size
501-1,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
1953

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