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Title of Job: Housing Navigator
Date: July 31, 2026 Closing Date: August 16, 2026 Location: Newmarket, ON – York Region Street Outreach and Services Network Compensation: $52,022 - $61,821 Annually Prorated Contract Duration: until March 31, 2028 Work Hours: 24hrs/week Work Type: Onsite (travel between multiple program sites throughout the York Region) Job ID: 10945282 Existing or New Position: New
Who We Are
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 19,534 annually and providing 1,839 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.
Program Summary
York Region Street Outreach and Services Network is a comprehensive and coordinated network of services for people who are unhoused (homeless), precariously housed or living in poverty in York Region. The Street Outreach Van is the only mobile outreach service that operates seven days per week (excluding statutory holidays) to provide support, information and emergency basic supplies to those in need. The mobile van offers mental health, housing information, community outreach, and substance use support through specialists that staff the van. The van has emergency and basic supplies such as food, tarps, sleeping bags, harm reduction kits and clothing on it. The program staff provide an opportunity to help individuals who are ready to get off the streets and to connect with other support or community services.
Job Summary
The Housing Navigator reporting to the Program Manager, the primary focus of the Housing Locator role will be to identify appropriate housing options, build relationships with landlords, support clients in searching for, obtaining housing and supporting healthy landlord-tenant dynamics. In conjunction with the staff team the Housing Locator will work with the clients in setting realistic parameters for their housing to support their journey towards safe and stable housing.
What You Will Do
Develop and maintain relationships with landlords, property managers, and housing providers etc. to secure housing opportunities for clients across York Region. Conduct outreach and implement engagement strategies to expand access to private-market housing options. Support clients throughout the housing search process and promote successful tenancy retention. Build positive landlord relationships through regular communication, issue resolution, and ongoing support. Mediate and resolve conflicts between tenants, landlords, and neighbors using effective conflict-resolution practices. Collaborate with community agencies and service providers to coordinate referrals and access to support services. Contribute to program planning, service improvement, reporting, data tracking, and program evaluation initiatives. Foster positive, professional relationships with clients, colleagues, landlords, and community partners. Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other program-related activities. Perform other duties as assigned by Program Manager and/or designated.
What You Bring
Post-secondary education in Social Services or a related field, or equivalent experience. Minimum 1 year of experience supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or complex housing barriers. Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and housing support services. Understanding of clients’ challenges in mental health, addictions, and barriers to housing stability etc. Strong communication, conflict resolution, advocacy, and client engagement skills. Experience working with landlords, housing providers, and community partners. Strong organizational, computer applications, documentation, data management, analytical, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Commitment to culturally responsive, client-centered service delivery. Valid CPR/First Aid certification. Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle as required.
Work Environment
Staff will be required to work in clients’ rooms and may therefore be exposed to secondhand smoke. Frequent travel will be required using own vehicle. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.
What We Offer
24/7 Employee Assistance Program E-learning program available all year round Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.
Notes
A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required. This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position Thanks for visiting our Career Page. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.
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LOFT Community Services is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. LOFT is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Requested accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process by contacting hrteam@loftcs.org or (416) 979-1994.
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About LOFT Community Services
When people with mental and physical health challenges,addiction issues or cognitive impairment find themselves marginalized, vulnerable and homeless or threatened with homelessness, LOFT is ready to offer dignity and hope.
LOFT steps up to serve those most in need by offering them the safety and stability of housing and the practical support they need to regain their dignity and take control of their lives.
Our clients include women and men, youth, adults and seniors. We currently serve some 4,000 individuals a year and because of our proactive approach, that number continues to grow. We are one of the largest mental health service providers in Ontario and unique in the diversity of our services. We are also the largest supportive housing provider in York Region/South Simcoe and we operate the Region's only homeless street outreach van.
LOFT Community Services promotes recovery and independence for people with complex challenges including serious mental health challenges, dementia, substance abuse issues, physical health challenges and homelessness or the risk of becoming homeless.
We have been doing this work since 1953, reaching out to serve those who often fall through the cracks. When people have nowhere else to turn, LOFT is there for them. LOFT takes a proactive approach to addressing community challenges, responding to the evolving needs of the day with innovative programming that seeks to empower our clients to be able to take back control of their lives.