Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation (TSHC) provides subsidized rental housing in a state of good repair for approximately 15,000 low- and moderate-income seniors in 83 buildings across the city. Our mandate is to enable TSHC tenants to age at home in comfort and dignity with access to programs and services and with a voice in their community. With a focus on the unique needs of seniors, we are committed to being a leader in the delivery of quality, affordable housing for seniors. Our commitment includes engaging and collaborating with our tenants, our staff, and our partners towards providing excellent service for the well-being of tenants.
We are a values-based organization committed to respect, inclusion, accountability, and innovation. Do you enjoy working as part of a team with a passion for providing excellent service? If so, consider this opportunity with Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation where you can make a difference.
In addition to training and career opportunities, we offer a comprehensive compensation package including :
Health and dental benefits.
Defined benefit pension plan.
Three (3) weeks paid vacation, increasing with years of service.
Four (4) personal days each year
Employee & family assistance plan.
Maternity and parental leave top-up benefit.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Fitness membership discount.
This posting is for a current temporary vacancy. Applicants may also be contacted for other similar vacancies that become available.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Supervisor, Litigation the Paralegal will represent Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation in a broad range of litigation before courts and tribunals. Working in a dynamic and stimulating environment, you will give advice and guidance to internal clients on sensitive and confidential matters in a manner that supports TSHC's tenant focused culture.
Responsibilities
- Maintains independent carriage of files including interviewing clients and witnesses, drafting legal documents, conducting research, preparing witnesses and evidence, and appearing in court and tribunal
- Represents Toronto Seniors Housing in administrative matters before the Landlord and Tenant Board and the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario
- Represents Toronto Seniors Housing in Small Claims Court matters including debt recovery actions and commercial contract disputes
- Represents Toronto Seniors Housing before the Ontario Court of Justice with respect to Provincial Offences including Building Code and Fire Code matters
- Provide proactive advice to Toronto Seniors Housing’s management and executive teams
- Provides guidance to Toronto Seniors Housing managers and staff on landlord and tenant matters.
- Provide support to managers and staff to ensure stakeholders are in compliance with various legal requirements such as the Residential Tenancies Act and the Housing Services Act.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field of study
- Paralegal license with the Law Society of Ontario
- Minimum of 3-5 years relevant experience
- Knowledge of and experience in landlord and tenant law and litigation before the Landlord and Tenant Board
- Knowledge of and experience in civil litigation and provincial offences matters
- Knowledge of and experience in human rights matters
- Knowledge of and experience in commercial litigation, and privacy are considered an asset
- Demonstrated legal research and writing abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of office procedures and manual/electronic filing systems
- Demonstrated file management skills including file opening and organization
- Superior time management skills including docketing and tickler system practices and the ability to multi-task and deal effectively with competing demands
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including a diverse tenant population to resolve sensitive issues
- Excellent conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation skills
- Proficiency with computerized business applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and information databases so as to work independently on the carriage of tribunal and court files
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and also as a member of a team
- Working knowledge of legislation that is applicable to Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation, including the Residential Tenancies Act, Human Rights Code, Housing Services Act, Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Building Code Act, and City of Toronto Municipal Code
What’s next
Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and cover letter to determine if your skills and experience match the qualifications for the role. Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move forward in the hiring process. If you are contacted, the process may include an interview, written/practical test, and reference check.
We use automated (AI-based) systems to screen, assess, or select applicants; human oversight is applied to all AI generated decisions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $92,581.00-$111,097.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5B 1T2
