- The HOW completes intake screening evaluations and documentations, liaison between landlord and tenant participant during viewings and leasing market housing units (signing lease, household and furniture setup), providing professional opinion for participants and help them find new home opportunities in the Edmonton communities, provide expertise on the housing market and guidance on budgets or listing prices.
- The HOW ensures participants are moved in and set up in safe, affordable, suitable and sustainable housing.
- The HOW operates within the Housing First Philosophy, where everyone has a right to shelter, regardless of their barriers.
- The HOW will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with vulnerable populations who face housing insecurity and related challenges.
- As required, the HOW will search and work with public stakeholders and landlords in order to provide affordable housing for participants.
- The Housing Outreach Worker carries out his or her duties in a professional manner and in accordance with all YMCA policies and procedures, standards of conduct and practice, health and safety standards, child protection standards and contractual, legal and regulatory requirements.
- University Degree in a Human Services or a related field.
- 2 years' experience working directly with vulnerable populations.
- Standard First Aid and CPR, Child Welfare & Police Security Clearance with vulnerable sector check
- Annual registration in a professional organization as required by law if applicable.
- WHMIS Certification preferred/completed during new hire onboarding.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Suicide Intervention Certification preferred.
- Valid driver's license, clear driver's abstract, and access to a vehicle.
- Experience and knowledge of cultural groups, high needs and marginalized populations.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community.
- A culture of honesty, respect and pride in what we do.
- Colleagues who bring diverse perspectives and talents to the workplace.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Reduced fees in YMCA programs such as child care and day camps (depending on availability and employment status).
- All employees will be required to participate in mandatory training on these new procedures and policies prior to their start date.
Housing First Outreach Worker - Edmonton, Canada - YMCA of Northern Alberta
Description
The Northern Alberta YMCA is looking for someone to join the Community team as a Housing Outreach Worker (HOW). The successful candidate will be experienced in supporting individuals, couples and families who are chronically or episodically homeless with multiple barriers and high needs.
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming.
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.
We are genuine.
We value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful.
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing.
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined.
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us- apply today
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Disclaimer
We appreciate your interest in YMCA of Northern Alberta. However, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. YMCA of Northern Alberta is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing employment opportunities to all individuals. Only those candidates permissible to work in Canada are applicable to this position.