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Housing Services Program Assistant - Kincardine, Canada - Bruce County
Description
About the Job
Reporting to the Housing Services Program Supervisor, the Housing Services Program Assistant coordinates the day-to-day delivery of programs that support affordable housing targets and recommendations contained in the Ministry legislated programs. The Housing Services Program Assistant assists with the creation and ongoing requirements of affordable housing programs, determines eligibility for various housing programs, makes offers of housing, and ensures the general flow of program work within the division. The Assistant assists with special projects and research for new policy development and updates to existing policies.Salary & Benefits
LocationKincardine ON
Start Date
Flexible based on availability of successful candidate
Status
Full Time Contract
6 Months
Salary
$ $40.64 Per Hour
Hours
Based on a 35 hour work week
Monday – Friday 8:30AM-4:30PM
Benefits
OMERS Pension
Flexible Working Policies
Employee Assistance Program, Discounts
Health, Safety & Wellness
Health & Safety Program
Workplace Mental Health Program
Health & Wellness Committee Activities
Requirements
Two-year diploma in Business Administration or Social SciencesTwo years of prior progressively responsible experience working in public housing, social assistance, or a related field
Ability to maintain positive professional boundaries without imposing personal judgments and expectations on families and clients
Demonstrated appreciation for and dedication to cultural sensitivity
Ability to work with sensitivity towards the diverse perspectives of individual clients and community service providers, while meeting the objectives and targets of the department
Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
Familiarity with techniques for interacting with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone
Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
Meticulous record maintenance skills
Demonstrated time management skills
High level of integrity and work ethic
Clean Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check