Housing Stability Specialist - Orangeville, Canada - Services and Housing In the Province

Services and Housing In the Province

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Orangeville, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About the Job:

Reporting to the Dufferin Services Team Program Manager and working in collaboration with the County of Dufferin, the Housing Stability Specialist will be responsible for providing high quality, integrated, person-directed housing support and services within the County of Dufferin to individuals who are on the By-Name-List (BNL) and/or being supported by the County of Dufferin and may be facing eviction.

The Housing Stability Specialist role offers intensive case management within a Housing First approach to support individuals with experiences of homelessness to access and maintain supportive housing.

They will provide information on resources, coordination of services, and general mental health support through a person-centered model of support.

The Specialist will also work in collaboration with Coordinated Access partners to

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate in developing and implementing individualized recovery plans with clients
Use standardized assessment tools designed to improve and/or stabilize client's physical and mental health, foster independence, and promote participation and community integration
Provide strength based case management that recognizes clients unique needs
Assist with activities of daily living, conflict resolution, and crisis avoidance
Support individuals with accessing, maintaining and sustaining housing.
Participate in team meetings, consultations, community tables and case conferences as needed to address risks, support solutions, and assist in dispute resolution to support clients
Liaise with landlords and housing providers for access to information, education, and support
Partner with clients and their families as members of the health care team
Develop and maintain a community resource network
Collaborate with partnering organizations and provide linkages to community resources
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to carry out mental health recovery and housing support
Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of person and family centered care into daily responsibilities
Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP's Mission and Values
Ensure appropriate records are kept and ensure that statistical information is maintained as per agency standards
Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework in the promotion of client safety
Perform additional duties including providing support to other programs within the team as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

Postsecondary education in Social Work, Health Services, Psychology or equivalent
3+ years providing Mental Health or Housing case management
Demonstrated knowledge of serious mental illness, and/or concurrent disorders
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness
Knowledge of evidencebased practice for mental health services
Excellent assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention
Expertise in collaboration with healthcare services
Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
A vehicle, valid driver's license, and adequate insurance coverage
Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
Training in ASIST and CPI an asset
Experience using HIFIS an asset

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Hours are typically from Monday
Friday, 8:30 am 4:30 pm but may vary depending on client needs
Average amount of physical effort is required.
Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walkthroughs and open doors as required. This position includes providing services across the County of Dufferin as well as attending other locations where training and services are provided as needed.

Ship Values:

Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional

Application Instructions

Why Work For Us?

Work-Life Balance
SHIP believes a healthy work-life balance is essential for both professional success and personal well-being. We strive to create a company culture that values and supports the well-being of our employees, while also pushing innovation in our organization

Our Vision
Quality Housing, Quality Services, Quality Lives

Our Mission
To increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness

Our Culture
Leader and innovative partner in the community. Our programs welcome employees into our caring, compassionate, and innovative culture. We listen; we know what it means, and why it matters.

Our Commitment
People are at the forefront of our success.

35+
Years focused on Clients, Tenants, Staff and Families

4,000+
Clients and Residents served annually

17
Programs and Service offering