Community Development Worker - London, Canada - London and Middlesex Community Housing

London and Middlesex Community Housing

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

WAGE RANGE:
$ $34.50 per hour

POSTING DATE:
Thursday February 16, 2023

CLOSING DATE:
Thursday March 2, 2023

LOCATION:1299 Oxford Street E., UNIT 5C5, LONDON, ON

COMPETITION NUMBER:

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30AM - 4:30PM, MONDAY - FRIDAY

THIS POSTING IS FOR ONE (1) PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION.

Who We Are:
London & Middlesex Community Housing (LMCH) provides 3,282 housing units across 32 properties to more than 5,000 people.

Those who call LMCH home are a diverse cross-section of individuals including families, seniors, adults, and new Canadians, all of whom are living with limited income.

At LMCH, we believe that housing is the foundation of a better tomorrow.

Mission:
LMCH provides and maintains homes in a safe and supportive

environment to meet the needs of the people we serve in our communities.

Vision:
LMCH envisions healthy homes and communities in London and Middlesex. Leading by example, LMCH will help make a difference and positively impact lives using housing as the foundation.

1.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Reporting to the Manger of Community Engagement, the Community Development Worker will utilize an asset-based community development approach to empower, engage, and support tenants to effect change within their communities.

Community Development Workers understand the importance of taking on a new role, being changemakers and investing in people through community, connection, and collaboration.

Utilizing an asset community-based approach, Community Development Workers incorporate a realistic understanding of tenants' complex and diverse needs, and meeting them where they are, in a non-judgmental, inclusive, open minded, authentic approach.

Community Development Workers support and coordinate processes, leading to strong communities where citizens are empowered to seek out opportunities to enhance their lives and impact their LMCH community.

2.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team with demonstrated flexibility in adapting to job demands and a dynamic work environment
Tenant engagement, outreach, and support
Conduct community mapping of tenant assets and needs. Document, analyze, and interpret data gathered to inform community development initiatives.
Create and cocreate community development initiatives
Community partner liaison
Complete reports and stats as required
Participate in meetings, working groups, committees
Prepare and submit funding proposals
Act as the field instructor for BSW students as required
Provide support for LMCH led initiatives, projects, and events as required
Other duties as assigned

3.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & QUALIFICATIONS:

College diploma or university degree in a relevant social services field
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a social services field
Demonstrated experience with community development initiatives
Demonstrated experience in organizing, promoting, and facilitating special events.
Experience working with marginalized individuals
Working knowledge of assetbased community development values and principals
Working knowledge of harm reduction and lowbarrier services
Working knowledge of community support agencies and resources
Training in nonviolent crisis intervention, deescalation, trauma informed care and mental health first aid considered an asset.
Welldeveloped interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills
Ability to successfully navigate a dynamic working environment
Demonstrated initiative and positive working relationships
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
Proven computer skills, including MS Word, Excel & Outlook
Ability to work a flexible schedule when required on occasion
Must possess a valid driver's license, have access to a reliable vehicle and carry adequate insurance

4.

WE CARE PHILOSOPHY:

The incumbent contributes and supports the overall culture and working environment of the agency by:

Having a working knowledge of cultural, social, and demographic patterns relating to vulnerable priority populations.
Knowledge of and committing to harm reduction and low barrier service, as well as nonviolent crisis intervention, deescalation, and supporting citizens.
Committing to work in an interdisciplinary, diverse setting.
Understanding of and sensitivity towards the belief systems of other groups, the complexity of those facing poverty, and their individual unique strengths and needs.
Commitment to nonviolent crisis intervention, deescalation, and supporting citizens.
Setting an example of strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
Demonstrating knowledge and valuing of citizen's life situation. (repetitive)
Working with diverse communities with sensitivity