Part-Time Second Stage Housing Support Specialist

NSDP; Smithers; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Society for Domestic Peace (NSDP) seeks a compassionate Second Stage Housing Support Worker to join the On Her Way program. This part-time role offers 22.5 hours per week with a comprehensive benefits package.

You will provide practical and emotional support to women and their children, help develop service plans, connect to community resources, maintain records, and collaborate with NSDP staff and partners while upholding confidentiality and respectful relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12; related degree or equivalent training acceptable.
• Crisis management, counselling, safety planning, suicide intervention, and IPV awareness are desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support screening, intake, orientation, and move-in processes for new residents.
• Provide ongoing practical and emotional support to residents and their children.
• Assist residents with individualized goals, service plans, and safety needs.
• Provide advocacy, referrals, and connections to community resources and services.
• Participate in regular one-on-one meetings with residents.
• Assist with information sessions, support groups, and community-building activities.
• Support residents in securing independent housing as they transition out of the program.
• Maintain accurate client files, logs, and other program documentation.
• Work collaboratively with NSDP staff and community partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional, respectful relationships at all times.

Skills

Crisis management

Counselling

Safety planning

Suicide intervention

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Grade 12

Related degree or training

Job description

Northern Society for Domestic Peace (NSDP) seeks a compassionate Second Stage Housing Support Worker to join the On Her Way program. This part-time role offers 22.5 hours per week with a comprehensive benefits package.

You will provide practical and emotional support to women and their children, help develop service plans, connect to community resources, maintain records, and collaborate with NSDP staff and partners while upholding confidentiality and respectful relationships.