housing officer

Government of Canada - Atlantic; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada - Atlantic seeks a compassionate social service worker in San Juan de Terranova to support vulnerable populations. The role involves conducting assessments, developing services, and providing direct support in community settings. Successful candidates will have the required training and the ability to work under pressure within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Disability benefits

Vision care benefits

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Training in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills and Mental Health First Aid is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports or case histories related to clients.
• Conduct follow-up assessments with clients.
• Provide crisis intervention and support.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal awareness

Client focus

Attention to detail

Judgement

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)

Work setting

• Community agency
• Social service or charity agency

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services
• Conduct follow-up assessments
• Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
• Mental health first aid Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Aboriginal groups
• Culturally diverse groups
• Females
• Males
• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Persons with learning disabilities
• Persons with mental health disabilities
• Persons with physical disabilities
• Street population

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Enhanced reliability security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Wellness program