Intensive Case Manager in Brantford

• Intensive Case Manager - Housing First
• Posting #: 4377 Posting Date: Oct 26, 2026 Posting Closing: Nov 06, 2026

Have you heard of us?

Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer.

We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty.

Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.

We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected.

Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices.

We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.

All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives.

By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.

Are you the one we're looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Intensive Case Manager who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.

Reporting to the Manager of Halton Emergency Supporting Housing, Intensive Case Manager will assist in providing intake supports and carrying out day-to-day administrative services.

Wesley Emergency Supporting Housing offers services to the homeless in Halton Region, supporting homeless families and individuals in a transitional program on-site.

Services are based on a client-centered, residential harm reduction, housing first approach to service delivery.

This is a unionized, full-time permanent position. The position offers 40 hours per week at a rate of pay rate is $25.11 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with assigned families and individuals in a housing program which works towards a housing plan.

This includes maximizing income, filing taxes, obtaining ID and connecting with community supports.

• Responds to calls and referrals from community agencies in accordance with caseload.
• Places individuals and families into permanent leased units, securing appropriate housing based on individual need.
• Assess and screens participant's/families' needs for services to support their transition to stable housing and optimize their capacity to sustain housing using an acuity tool and other resources.
• Completes Social & Community Housing applications (HATCH) to submit to the Region, including all required documents for approval OR ensures existing application remains active.
• Assess clients for any recent, current or ongoing experience with domestic violence and make referrals to appropriate programs.
• Assist participants with their move into independent accommodations and provide neighbourhood orientation.
• Maintain regular, effective communication with social housing providers, administrators, community partners and private landlords to ensure an integrated approach that will provide the best support possible for clients to maintain housing.
• Report to the appropriate child welfare agency (CAS) if child abuse and/or neglect is suspected or witnessed.
• Conduct regular visits with participants in their homes or shelter to provide supports specific to life skills, daily living skills, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and prevention, budgeting assistance, financial literacy, community integration and community building, grocery shopping, cleaning, etc.
• Maintain appropriate and accurate record keeping practice, as per expectations of Wesley
• Supports approximately 1 shift per month of 24 hour intake; flex time is available for additional hours worked.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Services or related field.
• Must qualify for Registry with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
• Experience working with adults and families who may be experiencing homelessness, mental health and substance use issues, while providing non-judgmental supports that encourage reducing barriers and empowerment.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts including day, evening and weekend hours as well as 24-hour intake responsibilities.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position, including having a valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers...

• A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute

• A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones!

• Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Full Health & Dental Benefits (Eligible After Three Months)
• Personal & Vacation Days
• RRSP Contribution Program (Eligible After One Year)
• Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately
• Employee Discounts

Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer.

We encourage applications from all qualified applicants.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No phone calls, please.

More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www. wesley. ca.