Posted 9 months ago
Caseworker- Evergreen
@ Nisa Foundation
Halifax, NS · Windsor, ON · Ottawa, ON · Montréal, QC · Mississauga, ON +4
Overview
Nisa Foundation is hiring a Caseworker for Nisa Homes, a transitional shelter for women providing a holistic, culturally and religiously responsive approach. The role involves crisis intervention, assessment, case management, safety planning and advocacy, with full-time or part-time as needed work and an evergreen posting.
Responsibilities:
- Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients
- Conduct assessment, intake and case management
- Complete risk assessments and safety planning
- Advocate for clients within the legal system
- Track and compile monthly KPI reports
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or degree in social or human services, or child and youth care
- One year of recent related experience
- Case management and crisis-intervention knowledge
- Vulnerable Sector Check required
- Proficiency in Urdu, Arabic or Somali is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-02-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | Urdu, Arabic, Somali |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid/CPR |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Social work, Social service work, Child and youth care |
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Nisa Foundation
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Striving to empower women in regaining the confidence, means, and ability to start afresh.
Full company description
Nisa Foundation, a registered charity since 2019, was founded with the mission of providing culturally responsive support for women and girls facing life’s challenges. What began as Nisa Helpline in 2014, a confidential lifeline for women in crisis, has grown into a comprehensive organization with three key programs that empower women to rebuild their lives and strengthen their communities. Nisa Helpline offers trusted, compassionate support, addressing the urgent needs of Muslim women with respect and understanding. Nisa Homes provides safe shelters for women and children, offering refuge and tools for self-development in times of crisis. Nisa Learning focuses on education and prevention, delivering workshops that foster healthier families and communities, while preventing domestic violence and promoting awareness. We believe that when women succeed, communities thrive. Through our programs, we are committed to creating lasting impact by providing holistic support that uplifts individuals and transforms communities.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,619
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 92
- Reported office locations
- 115 Matheson Blvd W, Unit 214, Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3L1, CA
- Business categories
- Social
- Non Profit
- Women's
- Other recorded names
- Nisa Foundation
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 100,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Nisa Foundation, a registered charity since 2019, was founded with the mission of providing culturally responsive support for women and girls facing life’s challenges. What began as Nisa Helpline in 2014, a confidential lifeline for women in crisis, has grown into a comprehensive organization with three key programs that empower women to rebuild their lives and strengthen their communities. Nisa Helpline offers…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Civic and Social Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Mississauga, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2014 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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*Proficiency in Urdu, Arabic, or Somali is an asset*
Caseworker Job Description
| Job Title | Caseworker | Job Status | Full-Time/ Part-time as needed |
| Report to | Casework Lead | Location | Nisa Homes |
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey that enables you to make a meaningful difference in your community?
What is Nisa Homes?
Working from a holistic, culturally, and religiously responsive approach, Nisa Homes provides residents with a safe transitional shelter for healing. Our staff provide assistance with the goal of helping residents attain long-term independence and self-sufficiency
What you’ll do:
Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to clients; assist clients to assess their situation, provide information and referral to appropriate community resources with a trauma-informed and survivor-centered approach, prioritizing the safety and well-being of the clients.
Conduct assessment, intake and assume case management responsibilities.
For clients who need to leave their homes, assist by giving them access to our home.
Complete risk assessments and assist in developing safety planning for the client. If children are involved, help clients address the needs and safety concerns of their children.
Input client information into database, document accurate records of abuse and maintain up-to-date records of service delivery and client case files.
Track and compile monthly KPI reports.
Advocate on behalf of the client within the legal system, helping them navigate the complex process of obtaining protection, seeking legal assistance, and/or other specific needs of the case.
Provide emotional support, validation, and a safe space for clients to express their feelings and fears.
Help clients regain their sense of self-worth and self-esteem by connecting them with relevant skill-building resources and leading life-skills sessions within the home.
Participate in staff and team meetings, and professional development opportunities as required.
What you’ll bring to the team:
Communication skills and active listening
Passion for uplifting and supporting women
Resilience
Positive Attitude
Reliability
Emotional Intelligence
Conflict resolution
Strong critical thinking skills
What we're looking for
Degree or Diploma in a related human/social service field such as Social work or Social service work OR Child and Youth Care Work and one (1) year of recent related experience. Or an equivalent combination of relevant training, education, and experience.
Social perception to work with individuals who have difficulty expressing their needs.
Demonstrated skills in case management, assessment, and intervention, writing case notes, advocacy, conflict resolution techniques, mediation, de-escalation skills and non-violent crisis management.
Knowledge of crisis-intervention methodologies.
Ability to compromise, negotiate, and work well with others.
Current First Aid/CPR Certificate is an asset.
Access to a reliable vehicle is an asset.
Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment.
Nisa Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with both the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.
This is an evergreen posting, meaning applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis as positions become available.
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