Community Housing Caseworker

Calgary Homeless Foundation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calgary Homeless Foundation seeks a Housing Caseworker to support individuals experiencing homelessness. This role involves utilizing a housing first approach and collaborating on action plans, providing case management, and assisting clients in maintaining stable housing. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of social services and experience in crisis intervention.

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits after six months

Personal development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience with the homeless population.
• Strong knowledge of social services organizations.
• Understanding of the Protection of Persons in Care Act.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and develop action plans with clients.
• Provide long and short-term case management and support.
• Transport clients when necessary.

Skills

Case Management

Crisis Intervention

Referral Knowledge

Culturally Sensitive Support

Education

Two years Post-secondary education in related field

Job description

About the Role

Alpha House is truly a “Housing First” and “Harm Reduction” organization. We believe that housing is a human right, and that our clients deserve to have their basic needs such as food, shelter and safety met. To accomplish this, Alpha House employs Community Housing strategies. We're looking for a Housing Caseworker to join our Community Housing team who can use a housing first approach and work with individuals with mental health and addictions issues. The housing caseworker will have knowledge of systems and program referrals within the community that are applicable to the client and his/her case plan.

Specific accountabilities will include regular assessments, developing action plans, crisis counseling, home visits, unit maintenance support and goal setting.The Housing Caseworker will also work in collaboration with outreach services to bring an individual from point of engagement to housing.The goal of this position is to assist the individual in maintaining housing by supporting them through this transition from homelessness to housing and building a system of community supports.

In this role, your responsibilities would include the following:

• Using a strength-based approach, conduct intake assessments and develop action plans in collaboration with the client.
• Provide long and short-term case management to individuals, assessing their progress and identifying any obstacles that might arise.
• Provide an ethical, efficient and therapeutic approach to dealing with crisis intervention in a timely manner
• Provide information and referrals to appropriate agencies; liaise with agencies and businesses to fulfill program needs.
• Transport clients when appropriate.
• Assisting with move-ins/outs
• Assist clients in ensuring that their residence is a space that is clean and healthy
• Provide safe care to the client in potentially dangerous situations

About You

• At least two years of experience in Case Management and/or working with the homeless population
• Strong knowledge of social services organizations and community support that provide culturally sensitive supports to single high-risk individuals
• Awareness of diverse Aboriginal cultures as well as the health and social issues faced by the homeless population
• Understanding and awareness of the Protection of Persons in Care Act (document can be shared prior to orientation)
• Preference will be given to those with experience working in addictions
• Demonstrate support for the philosophies of Harm Reduction, Housing First and participant involvement in program development.

Position Requirements

• Must have at least the full Class 5 valid drivers’ license (not GDL), a reliable vehicle and be willing to transport clients.
• Willing to obtain Class 4 drivers' license within 60 days (Alpha House will cover cost of exam passed)
• Completion of at least a two year’s Post-secondary education in a related field, from a publicly funded accredited post secondary educational institution
• COVID - Proof of vaccination
• Current Vulnerable Sector Check (within the last 6 months)

About Alpha House:

Alpha House is dedicated to providing safe, caring, and respectful environments for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve, offering comprehensive support and resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery and stability. We believe in meeting people where they are at and offering practical, compassionate, and professional support throughout their journey.

Benefits of working at Alpha House

• Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations
• Medical and Dental Benefits after six months of continuous work
• Personal development and training opportunities

If this role sounds like something you are interested in, we urge you to apply!