Case Manager (Tigrinya Speaking)

Moving Ahead Program- Case Management Services

Regular Full Time

Posting Date: February 28, 2025

Location: Surrey, BC

Wage: $29.87-$31.69 per hour (subject to funding model)

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Closing Date: March 14, 2025

Options Community Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering social services across the Southern Fraser region (Surrey, Delta, White Rock and Langley) from early childhood to seniors. Our comprehensive range of programs and services relies on collaborative relationships with individuals, businesses, community groups and government bodies to create focused, effective and responsive resources for the community.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable immigrants and refugees? Join our team as a Case Manager, where you'll provide holistic, wrap-around support to individuals, families, youth, and seniors facing complex challenges in settling and integrating into Canada. In this role, you'll work one-on-one with clients to address unique barriers, advocate for their rights, and help them achieve their settlement goals, while building the skills needed for long-term success. If you're dedicated to empowering communities and fostering integration, we want to hear from you!

Reporting to the Program Manager, the successful candidate will provide comprehensive case management services to vulnerable immigrants and refugees, conducting assessments to determine eligibility and needs, and developing personalized settlement plans. You’ll support clients through service navigation, referrals, and advocacy to help them overcome barriers and achieve independence. The role also includes building community partnerships, promoting inclusive environments, and representing the organization at community events. The Case Manager will ensure accurate data management, apply a strengths-based approach, and engage in professional development. Key responsibilities include client support, advocacy, and fostering long-term integration success.

*A job description attachment is available to download in our career site for more detailed scopes and responsibilities of the position. 

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or relevant education and experience in social services, with at least two years of case management experience, preferably working with newcomers or vulnerable populations. A Class 5 Driver’s License and reliable vehicle are preferred, and a Level 1 First Aid certificate is an asset.

This role involves working with Tigrinya speaking clients, so proficiency in Tigrinya is a requirement. 

The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, cultural competency, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong skills include managing complex caseloads, conducting client-centered assessments, and applying critical thinking and problem-solving. Experience with group facilitation, time management, and flexibility to work outside regular hours is also important. Multilingual abilities are an asset.

This role requires the incumbent to undergo a Police Information Check (PIC), and a Vulnerable Sector Check by the Ministry of Justice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with OCS. Due to the volume of applicants, only those qualified and shortlisted will be contacted.

The land which we are on is the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples including Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui, Musqueam, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Kwikwetlem and the Sto:lo Nations.