HNH Housing & Recovery Navigator
Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan – Saskatoon, SK
Full-Time Contract | $25/hour
March 31, 2027 with the possibility of an extension.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
About Us
The Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan (EFSK) supports women and gender-diverse people who are criminalized or at risk of criminalization. Through advocacy, cultural teachings, housing, and wraparound services, we work to remove systemic barriers and support healing, reintegration, and community connection.
Homes Not Handcuffs (HNH) is a holistic, person-centered program that assists individuals with stable housing, coordinated care, emergency financial assistance, and community connection, with a focus on dignity, choice, and long-term well-being.
Job Overview
We are hiring a full-time Housing & Recovery Navigator to join our Saskatoon team. This role provides apartment-based support through our HNH program, supporting women experiencing homelessness or housing instability through intensive case management, housing stabilization, and recovery-oriented support.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at EFSK’s supportive housing apartment building while also maintaining a community caseload. This role provides a consistent daily presence for tenants, supports participants in navigating housing and social service systems, and helps individuals work toward long-term stability and wellness.
The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, trauma-informed, and experienced in supporting individuals with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities
Apartment-Based Housing Supports
- Provide daily on-site support to tenants living in supportive housing
- Conduct tenant check-ins and support housing stability and tenancy success
- Assist with move-ins, orientations, and individualized healing plans
- Support tenants with appointments, identification, income assistance, and system navigation
- Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution support
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment
Community Housing Navigation
- Maintain an active community caseload focused on housing stabilization
- Support individuals transitioning from homelessness into stable housing
- Assist with housing searches, applications, landlord communication, and eviction prevention
- Connect participants to detox, treatment, and recovery supports
- Attend Coordinated Access meetings and support referrals through the By-Name List
Holistic Support and Coordination
- Develop individualized healing plans and provide ongoing case management
- Support life skills development including budgeting and daily living supports
- Connect participants to education, training, and employment readiness supports
- Advocate for culturally safe and trauma-informed services
- Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and HIFIS reporting
Team and Program Support
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning
- Support outreach, referrals, and intake processes as needed
- Collaborate with other HNH team members and community partners
Qualifications
Required:
- Education in Social Work, Human Services, Addictions, or equivalent experience
- Experience providing case management, housing navigation, or outreach support
- Understanding of trauma, homelessness, addiction, colonization, and criminalization
- Strong communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple participants
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required
Preferred:
- Experience working in supportive housing or homelessness programs
- Experience supporting individuals with complex needs
- Familiarity with HIFIS, SPDAT, and community support systems
- Experience working with Indigenous communities and culturally grounded practices
- Lived experience considered an asset
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful impact in your community
- Work with a compassionate and supportive team
- Competitive wage: $25/hour
- Monday to Friday schedule, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Benefits package including extended health, and pension
- Access to a wellness account for self-care and health supports
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional growth
How to Apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to: [email protected] with the subject: HNH Saskatoon.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous people and those with lived experience in the justice system.
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
