Recovery & Housing Support Specialist (Fixed-Term)

Theseed; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health spending account

EFAP

Job summary

The Mustard Seed in Calgary, AB is seeking a Recovery Relief Worker to support individuals facing homelessness. This role focuses on helping clients develop independent living skills, including financial literacy, employment support, and connection to community-based supports.

As a Fixed-Term Relief position, you will report to the Recovery Supervisor, work on a client caseload, and contribute to wellness checks, advocacy, and collaboration with Mustard Seed services to provide wrap-around

Qualifications

• Diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with marginalized individuals.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Strong administrative and computer skills.
• Proficient in conflict resolution and the ability to effectively manage residents in crisis situations.
• A passion for being part of the movement to end homelessness in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Connect with clients on an ongoing basis to assist in securing permanent, long-term housing.
• Advocate on behalf of clients with landlords.
• Build rapport with clients to support the achievement of goals identified in their goal plans.
• Ensure that clients' daily needs are met by maintaining ongoing communication.
• Provide an open and welcoming environment for clients to share their housing concerns and address their needs.
• Assist clients in building skills for daily living through ongoing support and guidance.
• Support the working relationship between the client and their support network.
• Maintain clear lines of communication with external organizations serving the client.
• Collaborate with internal Mustard Seed services to provide comprehensive wrap-around supports for the client.
• Manage a client case load as assigned by the Recovery Supervisor.
• Conduct wellness checks every 24 hours or as required, and provide first aid as needed.
• Advocate on behalf of clients and ensure their needs are met.
• Document client interactions, referrals, progress, and any changes in behavior.
• Complete incident reports and daily logs in a timely manner.
• Welcome and support volunteers and students.
• Conduct security rounds.
• Bring forward identified client risks or issues to the supervisor and colleagues to develop an action plan.
• Support Property Management, Advocates, and Clinicians as needed.
• Host events and groups, engaging in intentional interactions with clients to build rapport and foster community.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new groups as assigned.
• Provide support to the Recovery Supervisor as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field

Job description

The Mustard Seed in Calgary, AB is seeking a Recovery Relief Worker to support individuals facing homelessness. This role focuses on helping clients develop independent living skills, including financial literacy, employment support, and connection to community-based supports.

As a Fixed-Term Relief position, you will report to the Recovery Supervisor, work on a client caseload, and contribute to wellness checks, advocacy, and collaboration with Mustard Seed services to provide wrap-around