Support eviction prevention in Halifax through community legal work, tenant advocacy, and accessible housing information at Dalhousie Legal Aid.

As a full time, 18-month Community Legal Worker, you will work in person on campus within Dalhousie Legal Aid’s community-based clinic. The position focuses on housing insecurity, early dispute resolution, service navigation, and tenants’ rights. You will build connections with service providers while supporting the social justice team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop training sessions on housing insecurity and eviction prevention
- Deliver training to providers, students, and community organizations
- Navigate people between services and available supports
- Develop advocacy strategies promoting tenants’ rights
- Support intake and service with the social justice team

Requirements:

- Strong communication, writing, and editing skills
- Knowledge of anti-oppressive practice
- Experience with marginalized communities experiencing poverty
- Understanding of Halifax housing conditions
- Knowledge of Residential Tenancies Act procedures

Bring community advocacy, accessible communication, and housing knowledge to Dalhousie Legal Aid’s eviction prevention work in Halifax.

📌 Eviction Prevention Community Legal Worker (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality