Housing Services Practitioner

7 months ago

Calgary, Canada Vecova Full time

Here at Vecova we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities though housing, employment and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.
- “We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone.” - _**Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova**_

**THE OPPORTUNITY - Housing Services Practitioner - Ultra Complex Needs (FT & PT)**

**SHIFTS: Various open shifts and schedules**

**LOCATION: Various Locations within Calgary, AB**

Reporting to the Housing Services Team Leader, the Housing Services Practitioner (Ultra Complex Needs) supports persons with disabilities, who have ultra complex needs, to live as independently as possible in the most appropriate living environment consistent with Vecova’s Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles. This includes ensuring consumers are safe and involved in decisions and activities so they can be successful in their home and community.

This position provides direct support to persons with a disability with a medical and mental health diagnosis. Hours of work and location are dependent on the needs of the consumers, team and Vecova’s organizational needs.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**
- Housing Support Services
- Use person-centered approaches to assist and support consumers to achieve their housing goals.

Consumer Support
- Provide all consumers support in accordance with Vecova training, policy and procedures

Ultra Complex Consumer Support
- Consumer Support and Complex Consumer Support tasks
- Knowing the consumers' Planned Approaches
- Adopt a trauma-informed care approach to respond on a frequent, often daily, basis to consumer behaviors of concern including physical and verbal aggression which can be intense or prolonged in duration

Health and Safety both in and around the home
- Understand and follow all safety standards for the consumers’ service and home as outlined in policy & procedures
- Planning and Communication for consumer needs/changes
- Work effectively within culturally diverse teams
- Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
- Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
- Represent Vecova in a professional manner
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative and enthusiasm
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity

**WHAT YOU BRING**
We are looking to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:

- Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, or a related social science
- Competent in use of web-based consumer-management system
- Demonstrate math skills adequate for fund tracking
- Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or has an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
- Well developed and effective communication skills (written and oral)
- Demonstrated skill in critical thinking

**WHY WORK AT VECOVA?**

No two days will be the same You’ll have the opportunity to embark on a gratifying career with an organization that puts people first. We offer competitive compensation, a great benefits program, onsite fitness programs, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off to spend time with family, pursue adventure or take time for interests outside of work.

Vecova is committed to life-long learning and ongoing training is part of who we are. We have comprehensive training programs and we offer learning opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, stay current in your field, and continue to learn as your career progresses.

When you work at Vecova you belong. Join Us

**OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION**
- Vecova is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for everyone.
- We welcome this journey of continual learning with our dedicated employees and community.
- We strive to operate with an open mind and seek the contributions of people with diverse backgrounds.
- We believe this only strengthens our workplace culture and ability to advance our mission.
- We work to inspire and inform the community to be inclusive - from our daily work supporting individuals in the community and in living environments, to our social enterprise and employment programs.

Join us in building a future for people with all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs, and thrives.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life i

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