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Housing Selection and Advocacy Worker, Housing First - London, Canada - CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services

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London, Canada

1 month ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Housing Selection Advocacy Worker, Housing First
Full-Time, Permanent (Benefitted)

London, Ontario

- Application Deadline: March 30, 2023 -

The Housing Selection and Advocacy Worker (HSAW) will build relationships to obtain and retain appropriate private and public sector housing units throughout London for the clients supported through the Independent and Youth Focused portfolio of the Supportive Housing Department.

The Housing Selection and Advocacy Worker will develop and maintain effective relationships and working partnerships with landlords, property owners, and/or property management.

In addition, the Housing Selection and Advocacy Worker will support clients who are homeless or at risk of being homelessness, to find and procure accommodation consistent with providing a psychosocial model of care.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

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What you'll be making - $ $25.71 per hour, rate based on proof of comparable, previous experience; mileage between sites reimbursed per kilometre

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When you'll work:

70 hours over twoweek period. Monday to Friday; hours to be determined (9am 5pm or 10am 6pm)

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What your benefits will be - After a 90-day waiting period, will be enrolled in health care benefits plan
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Your pension plan

Will be enrolled in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

_ Housing Selection:
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Locate and engage both private and public sector property owners, property managers, housing developers, and/or landlords with emphasis on the support that our programs can provide
Secure a number of appropriate, housing units in varied geographic locations within the City of London including diverse building and unit types and a range in affordability, amenities and support levels
Liaise with community partners to develop relationships and secure housing with public and nonprofit housing providers and developers in the City of London.
Maintain an inventory of the above housing options
Clarify perceptions of the role of CMHA Supportive Housing programs regarding landlord and tenant relationships
Facilitate open and timely communication with landlords/building superintendents to ensure positive relationships and resolve emerging concerns or issues
Ensure landlords/building superintendents understand the nature of the partnership, the role and function of the Housing Support Workers and the goals and objectives of our Independent Supportive Housing Programs
Develop practices and protocols that promote positive housing outcomes including such things as pay direct for rent and utilities, and conflict resolution practices
Organize a landlord roundtable of CMHA Independent Housing partners that convenes 24 times per year to discuss community progress, possible concerns and strategies for resolution or program enhancement
Collaborate and coordinate service with other service providers

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Housing Advocacy_**- Support clients/families in need of housing to find and secure safe, suitable, affordable housing

Help clients/families access resources for housingrelated assistance (i.e. furniture procurement, utility assistance, etc.)
Advocate with managers and owners for tenancy and negotiate costs when possible
Coordinate connection with other services if needed
Other duties as required

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Vaccination Requirements_****_
Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements_****_

We require the following qualifications:
_**- University/college degree or diploma in the social science field (
Primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process, i.e.

original degree/diploma/certificate or official transcript):

Ontario Driver's License
Vehicle
Insurance adequate for transporting clients
Ability to attend work regularly

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We prefer the following qualifications:
_**- Minimum of one year work experience in the mental health and/or addictions field

Experience working with homeless/marginalized populations
Experience working with landlords, developers, and property services
A high level of communication skills including dispute resolution practices.
Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Knowledge of community resources
First Aid / CPR
Experience working with private market housing partners.
A working knowledge of the Residential Tenancies Act and associated Acts.
Knowledge of Municipal Bylaws and Residential licensing
Knowledge of computerized documentation methods
Health and safety knowledge
Crisis intervention and prevention
Applied Suicide Interventions Skills and Training

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Additional Requirements_**- Ability to recognize and diffuse potential conflict situations

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Physical Requirements_**- Standing and walking for extended periods of time