Canada Summer Jobs – Intake Worker 

Application Deadline:  April 25, 2025

Location:
1200 Markham Rd., Suite #214, Toronto, ON M1H 3C
Job Description:
This is a full-time temporary (April – August) hybrid position.
The Intake Worker will play a key role in supporting SAFSS’s client intake process by conducting initial assessments and gathering essential information to help clients access the services they need. This position is integral to ensuring that individuals are connected to the appropriate programs and services that align with their needs, goals, and challenges.
Special Instructions:
Applicants must:
• Be between 15 and 30 years-old on the start date of the job;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada
Responsibilities:

Client Intake and Assessment:

  • Conduct initial intake interviews to collect demographic information, personal background, and service needs.
  • Assess clients’ needs by reviewing the information provided and offering guidance on available programs and services.
  • Ensure clients understand the services offered by SAFSS and how to access them.
  • Develop individualized intake plans based on client needs and assist with their referral to relevant programs.

Data Entry and Record Keeping:

  • Enter client information and assessment data into SAFSS’s database with high accuracy.
  • Maintain up-to-date and organized electronic and physical client files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Track and document client progress, including follow-up appointments and service referrals.

Support and Guidance:

  • Provide clients with general information about available services, resources, and community-based support programs.
  • Assist clients with completing necessary documentation for service enrollment and referrals to other programs or agencies.
  • Offer emotional support and guidance to clients as they navigate the intake process, ensuring they feel heard and understood.

Collaboration and Coordination:

  • Work closely with other team members and program coordinators to ensure clients are connected to the appropriate support services.
  • Assist in coordinating service delivery and follow-up as needed.
  • Collaborate with community partners to stay updated on available resources and services for clients.

Confidentiality and Compliance:

  • Ensure all client information is handled with the utmost confidentiality and in compliance with SAFSS’s privacy policies and regulations.
  • Follow established intake procedures to ensure that clients receive timely and appropriate services.
  • Monitor intake trends and suggest improvements for process optimization.

Client Advocacy and Empowerment:

  • Empower clients by actively listening to their needs and advocating for necessary services or accommodations.
  • Provide resources and information to help clients make informed decisions about their service options.

Reporting and Monitoring:

  • Assist in the preparation of reports related to client intake data, service usage, and program outcomes.

Administrative Support:

  • Provide general administrative support, including scheduling appointments, answering client inquiries, and maintaining accurate office records.
  • Assist in organizing community outreach and awareness campaigns related to SAFSS.
Qualifications:
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work empathetically with diverse populations.
  • Proficient in data entry and record-keeping.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience in social services or community-based work is an asset.
  • Enrolled in or recently graduated from a post-secondary program in social work, human services, or a related field (preferred).