Community Homelessness Prevention Advisor - Newmarket, Canada - York Region

York Region

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Newmarket, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title

Community Homelessness Prevention Advisor (Policy, Research and Initiatives Advisor)
Status
Temporary Full-Time

Temporary

Approximate length of assignment, in months
1 Type of Position

- an Addition to Staff

Start Date
Immediate
Salary
Per hour
Salary

Grade
- $ $61.7

Department
York Region > Community & Health Services > Social Services
Location
Soc Services Admin Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V3 CA (Primary)
Job Description (E)

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Program Manager, Housing Stability and Homelessness, is responsible for providing advice and recommendations on policy and analytical support to Homelessness Community Programs Division; leading the development of innovative program development initiatives, policies and plans implemented under the Provincial Homelessness Prevention Program (P-HPP); supporting the development of the Emergency and Transitional Housing System Plan; undertaking research and analysis to assess impacts of initiatives and the development of strategies and polices; leading outcome-based program development and project teams; developing cross-functional linkages to ensure that HCP policies and programs align with P-HPP guidelines, Investment Plan and Social Service outcomes; developing innovative and strategic responses to social programs and plans to address human service needs; interpreting and communicating relevant legislation and policies to staff; and providing guidance, training, of assigned staff; and developing cross-functional linkages with branches and stakeholders to ensure that policies and programs align with Regional, Departmental, Provincial and Federal goals; preparing briefing notes, business cases, policy proposals, committee reports and public reports.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists in the Development and implementation of work plans for program policy and community stabilization strategies, ensuring strong linkages across the Branch, other Departments and stakeholders.
Supports the development of the Emergency and Transitional Housing System Plan.
Develops homelessness prevention and community stabilization program policies and implementation strategies for Divisional initiatives to meet provincial legislation, regulatory requirements and provincially and regionally mandated programs and makes recommendations to management; develops and provides policy interpretation to the Branch, Department and Regional staff, clients and community agencies for programs.
Implements work plans and communications strategy, including the scope of work and key deliverables of the programs.
Researches, analyzes and evaluates social, economic, political environments and policies in a local and provincial context, evaluating applicability to Branch and Divisions and identifying best practices for inclusion in Regional program proposals.
Analyzes data provided through enumeration and the Homelessness Individuals and Family Information Systems (HIFIS) to develop strategies for the homelessness prevention and community stabilization.
Collaborates with other divisions on evidencebased program design and leads research and evaluation to ensure effectiveness of program.
Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.
Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards.
May occasionally be required to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, as related to the Departmental Emergency Plan.
Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of a University Degree in Public Policy, Administration or Social Sciences or relevant field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum five (5) years' experience in a municipal or provincial public policy development sector with responsibilities in leading complex project initiatives and program/policy development.
Knowledge of community stabilization and homelessness prevention strategies and programs, community development principles for the human services sector.
Knowledge of the Department's program delivery operations, programs and services, the community served and client social issues.
Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary social research and evaluation methods, including writing detailed reports and proposals.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer focus, communication, collaboration and personal ownership.
Council Approval Date
Scheduled Weekly Hours
3 Scheduled Shifts
Operational Hours
Close Date
March 1, 2023

- # of Hires Needed

Union

CUPE 905 York Region

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