Access & Assessment Coordinator

BC Housing; Victoria; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial Crown corporation is seeking an Access & Assessment Coordinator in Victoria, BC. This role involves leading the CAA initiative and collaborating with community partners to aid homeless individuals. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in social work and possess significant experience in community settings. The position offers a competitive salary and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Work/life balance

Opportunities for training and social activities

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in community settings working with homeless populations.
• Must maintain current registration with the appropriate certifying body.
• Criminal Record Check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of the CAA initiative.
• Conduct assessments of applicants through the Supported Housing Registry.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve service quality.

Skills

Knowledge of mental health and addiction housing models

Project management skills

Strong negotiation and mediation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

ACCESS & ASSESSMENT COORDINATOR

Job ID: 6489

SHORT-TERM (APPROX 1 YEAR) / FULL-TIME

Location: Victoria, BC

To be considered for this role, applications must be submitted online by clicking on Apply below.

Overview

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province. Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package, along with opportunities for training, wellness programs, recognition, sustainability incentives, social activities, and community involvement. Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status.

ACCESS & ASSESSMENT COORDINATOR

Salary: $72,479.17 - $83,518.06 annually

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Coordinated Access & Assessment or Coordinated Access and Assessment Manager, the Access & Assessment Coordinator leads the planning and implementation of the Coordinated Access and Assessment (CAA) initiative at the community level. The role involves working closely with community partners in housing the homeless, hard-to-house individuals, or those with multiple barriers in appropriate placements along the housing continuum. Responsibilities include conducting assessments of applicants through the Supported Housing Registry, assigning applicants to programs and vacancies, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve coordination and service quality in the homeless-serving sector.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or other relevant field.
• Considerable progressive experience in community settings, working with homeless populations or other diverse populations with complex social and/or health care needs and/or behavioural issues.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.
• As a condition of initial and ongoing employment with BC Housing, the incumbent must maintain current registration with the appropriate professional certifying body relating to their credentials that is acceptable to the employer.
• Criminal Record Check required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of the different types of mental health and/or addiction housing models.
• Sound knowledge of current social issues including homelessness, mental illness, drug addiction, domestic violence, child protection and ageing.
• Considerable knowledge and skills in psychosocial rehabilitation and Housing First practices.
• Sound knowledge of government and non-profit agencies in the community served, and the role of community health resources and other social services.
• Sound knowledge of the signs and symptoms of common medical and psychiatric conditions, substance abuse and the different types of treatment programs for substance abuse.
• Excellent skills with computer applications and software including MS Office and knowledge of complex database structures.
• Strong negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop positive working relationships with other agencies and service providers.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and understand BC Housing’s programs and services relating to homelessness.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to present program information, deliver training programs and work collaboratively with a variety of community stakeholders.
• Ability to provide critical event stress management and defusing services to individuals following a traumatic event.
• Ability to provide consultation services, crisis intervention and initiate/coordinate referrals to external agencies for services.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment; proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel and to work periodic evenings; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the position. For positions outside of the Lower Mainland, extensive travel required.
• Valid BC Driver’s License.
• Successful applicants are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout employment.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driving record are required.

How to Apply

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted.

If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We invite applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment.

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