Housing Coordinator

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSPs

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Fort McMurray is seeking a dedicated housing case worker for the Housing With Supports Program. You will provide intensive case management, connect clients to community supports and coordinate with landlords to ensure stable housing.

Requirements include a related Human Services certificate or diploma, a valid driver’s license, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills to support vulnerable individuals toward independence.

Qualifications

• Must possess a related certificate or diploma in Human services.
• Working in a social services environment/sector or with the homeless population an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive case management support for those housed through Salvation Army Housing With Supports Program.
• Complete necessary paperwork such as assessments, follow-up interviews, monthly statistical reports and data entry.
• Develop strong relationships with landlords and advocate for individuals in housing contexts.

Skills

Compassion for homelessness

Computer skills

Time management

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

Certificate or diploma in Human Services

Tools

HIFIS

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Vision Statement

We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.

Core Values

Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ

Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.

Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.

Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Position Purpose summary

The Canadian Government has created Reaching Home. Canada’s Homelessness Strategy is a community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness across Canada. Reaching Home supports the goals of the National Housing Strategy to support the most vulnerable Canadians in maintaining safe, stable, and affordable housing and to reduce chronic homelessness nationally. The Salvation Army is a non-profit organization that provides the Housing With Supports Program through funding of the Canadian Government. Housing With Supports is a program that provides both rent subsidies, as well as the assignment of a Housing Coordinator who provides Intensive Case Management and connections to community supports over the duration of a year or if needed. This is a goal orientated program, and the main objective is financial independence and personal stability for clients involved.

Accountabilities

• Provide intensive case management support for those housed through Salvation Army Housing With Supports Program, which includes, but is not limited to:
• integration of previously homeless persons into the community, client centered goal setting displaying increase client independence, secure permanent income source, model necessary life skills, obtain ID's and make referrals to various support services.
• Complete necessary paperwork such as assessments follow up interviews, monthly statistical reports, data entry on a computerized program, filing, etc.
• Attend required case conferencing meetings and required internal and external meetings
• Meet with Supervisor regularly to give and receive updates
• Develop strong relationships with landlords and develop extensive knowledge of the RTA (Residential Tenancies Act)
• Adhere to all Housing With Supports and Salvation Army guidelines
• Advocate for Individuals and the homeless population in a professional manner
• Entering client information into HIFIS in a timely manner
• Must do home visits
• Must transport clients

Governance Boards and Councils

• Internal: Maintain communication with team lead
• Maintain communication with caseload individuals
• External: Maintain communication with community funders and other agencies or community supports

Responsibility

Reports directly to: Team Lead

Financial and Materials Management

Responsible for ensuring individuals on caseload receive basic necessities through programs and services (i.e., food hampers, bus tickets, etc.)

Working Conditions

Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions. Working environment requires travelling with individuals on caseload and entering individuals’ residence – potential for high-risk situations. These visits are done alone unless otherwise determined by supervisor.

Education and experience Qualifications

• Must possess a related certificate or diploma in Human services.
• Working in a social services environment/sector or with the homeless population an asset

Skills and Capabilities

• Must possess knowledge of the Housing with Supports Program
• Must provide an acceptable Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector check upon hire.
• Must be open to attending work-related training, events, and courses.
• Must possess strong computer, organizational and time management skills.
• Must understand, and compassion for, issues surrounding homelessness, such as mental health and addiction.
• Up to Date Standard First Aid Certificate
• Have an extensive knowledge of working alone safety practices or a "Working Alone Training" course is necessary
• It is essential to own a vehicle that can be used daily, and provide a copy of driver’s license, abstract and proof of insurance
• Must possess strong verbal and written skills

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $26.76 to $33.45 with a maximum of $40.14. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

Accommodation

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Benefits

We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Recruitment

If you’re looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.