Community Housing Worker

Homes First Society; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in community housing seeks a Community Housing Worker to provide essential support services to clients facing homelessness and housing instability. This full-time position requires relevant education and experience, offering stability and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, case management, and supporting tenants with life skills, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• Several years experience working with homeless or under-housed individuals.
• Knowledge of Ontario's rental legislation and supportive housing.
• Certificates in First Aid, CPR, CPI or UMAB considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to tenants facing issues such as poverty and mental health.
• Resolve conflicts and intervene in crises.
• Perform wellness checks and ensure tenant safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Communication

Education

Relevant post-secondary education

Tools

Online case management tools

Job description

Community Housing Worker? 24-Hour Housing

(Bargaining Unit Position)

Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.

Position type: Full time, Permanent

Where: 39 Dundalk

Hours of Work: Monday-Friday, 4 pm ? 12 am

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $28.76 per hour

This position supports clients in their housing by assessing and supporting their needs and adhering to the mission statement and policies & procedures of Homes First Society.

Job Description:

• Provide support to tenants who are facing issues of poverty, mental health, addictions, abuse, social isolation and more
• Resolve conflicts and intervene in and de-escalate crises
• Demonstrated ability to work with people with hoarding behaviours and who have mental health and addiction issues.
• Assist tenants with food access and preparation
• Use case management as a tool to support residents in meeting their goals
• Provide support including work readiness, basic life management skills, anger management, addiction counseling, assertive communication, setting goals, giving and receiving feedback, self-esteem, conflict resolution, problem solving and managing change
• Apply knowledge of:
  • Group processes and dynamics
  • Rental legislation in Ontario
• Apply principles of Harm Reduction and respond to overdoses, including the administration of Naloxone when necessary
• Perform wellness checks as required
• Ensure the safety of tenants by monitoring access to the building, the signing-in of guests, and intervening when necessary to remove unwanted visitors
• Use excellent organizational and time management skills
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Regular use of online case management tools such as Pirouette and effectively document tenant issues or concerns on an ongoing basis
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent in education and experience
• Several years work experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and hard to house
• Knowledge of supportive and subsidized housing and rental legislation in Ontario
• Knowledge of tenant population, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Certificates in First Aid, CPR, CPI or UMAB an asset
• Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub?s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset

Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required.

The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society

Accommodation

Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.