Housing Support Coach

2 weeks ago

Kitchener, Canada Lutherwood-Housing Services Full time

**LUTHERWOOD IS DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES WHERE EVERYONE EXPERIENCES MENTAL WELLNESS, OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, A PLACE TO CALL HOME, AND A SENSE OF BELONGING.**

To better serve the diversity of our community, Lutherwood is committed to embedding anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices, and perspectives into the fabric of our organization. We have implemented mandatory antiracism training, we are actively building safe spaces to host brave conversations for learning, and we are fostering a culture of belonging for all, but especially BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, historically and presently marginalized individuals and communities.

**There is one Full-time permanent Housing Support Coach position available starting on February 26, 2024, working 37.5 hours per week.**

**Your Role**:

- Supports individuals and families with complex needs who have experienced chronic homelessness with community inclusion, life skill development and the transition to feeling established within their home.
- Works within the community and participants’ homes to provide hands-on, practical assistance with the implementation of the individualized support plan as developed by the Housing Support Worker and participant.
- Operates within an evidence-based best practice Housing First Model.
- Works in alignment with the agency’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression values.

**Your Talents and Experience**:

- This role is intended for someone with a deep understanding of homelessness through Life Experience.
- A relevant certificate, degree or diploma in social services, related discipline or equivalent education combined with work and/or lived experience of homelessness is considered an asset.
- Experience working with participants with complex needs (e.g. homelessness, substance abuse/use, mental health).
- Knowledge of community resources and local mental health, educational, housing, child protection, and legal systems and services.
- Familiar with the Housing First philosophy and Progressive Engagement strategy and have the ability to remain current regarding evidence based or evidence informed practices.
- Demonstrate professional verbal and written skills, with a demonstrated ability to support a diverse range of people.
- Demonstrated passion and understanding of anti-racism and anti-oppression.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of team with strong decision-making capabilities.
- Exceptional organizational skills and capability of multi-tasking to meet various timelines are essential.
- Proven ability to work in collaboration with other service providers.
- Reliable transportation is essential for this position.
- Required to hold a “G” class license and a two-million-dollar liability policy as part of personal car insurance.

**What's in it for you?**
- Rate of Pay:

- **Job Band H (hourly wages): Min - $27.82, Mid - $30.20, Max - $34.24**:

- Eligible for Lutherwood's Benefits plan after 3 months of employment
- Eligible for Lutherwood's Pension plan after 6 months of employment
- Voluntary Group RRSP and TFSA options available
- 3 weeks of paid vacation (accumulated bi-weekly) + 15 hours of personal time per year
- Paid sick-time (accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours
- Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (no cost)
- Discounted GRT passes through membership with TravelWise

If you are customer-focused, results-driven and share our values and antiracism commitment, we want you to grow with us. **Please submit a cover letter outlining how your life experience has given you a deep understanding of homelessness and a resume, in confidence, no later than 4 pm on January 31, 2024 to**:
Human Resources

141 Father David Bauer Drive

Waterloo, ON N2L 6N9

This is an Internal and External posting.

Lutherwood requires all employees to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment. We require certain positions to obtain a Medical Certification.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $27.82-$34.24 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-01-31
Expected start date: 2024-02-26

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