Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

1 month ago

Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Society Full time

At The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by providing compassionate and sustainable housing solutions. As a vital part of our mission, we are seeking a Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead to oversee and lead the Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Program. Reporting directly to the Shelter Manager, this pivotal role is designed to foster a highly relational environment across all shelter programs, aiming to influence positive change in the lives of our shelter guests and ensure the highest standards of service provision.

In your role, you will work closely under the day-to-day guidance of the Shelter Manager, engaging intentionally with shelter users and other vulnerable populations to facilitate their orderly and timely transition out of the shelter environment. You will be at the forefront of working with our most vulnerable and/or chronic guests, providing them with the necessary housing supports by connecting them with both internal and external resources. This effort is aimed at diverting guests from the shelter as soon as possible and ensuring they are sustainably housed.

**Position Type**: Full-Time, 1-year fixed-term contract with the opportunity to extend
**Schedule**: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
**Reporting to**:Shelter Manager
**Location**:Central and Strathcona Shelters, Edmonton, AB
- Provide ongoing support and mentorship to Housing Focused Shelter Navigators, enhancing their skills and knowledge in delivering person-centered services and effectively assisting guests in their journey towards sustainable housing solutions.
- Encourage community participants to seek and utilize resources and services that support their goals through a person-centered approach.
- Employ case management tools effectively to assist shelter participants in setting and achieving both short-term and long-term goals related to housing, ensuring a structured and supportive path towards stable living conditions.
- Meet with vulnerable, elderly, or handicapped guests to assess their needs and assist in moving them into more appropriate accommodation swiftly.
- Identify chronic shelter users for assessment and necessary support, ensuring a structured NSQ process is followed.
- Work closely with appropriate agencies to coordinate orderly move-outs, facilitating a smooth transition for shelter guests.
- Assist in the preparation of administrative tasks necessary for securing housing, including connection to income, identification, and housing needs assessment.
- Support the execution of securing housing, including housing search, apartment viewing, landlord engagement, and move-in processes.
- Respond quickly to individuals in crisis, utilize de-escalation skills, and facilitate reconciliatory conversations to ensure a supportive community environment.
- Diligently collect data and submit detailed reports both monthly and quarterly on program outcomes and progress towards housing goals, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and facilitating the continuous improvement of the housing program.
- Ensure all activities and support services meet the requirements outlined in the Housing Focused Shelter Navigators Grant, aligning program objectives with grant expectations for accountability and success.

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS**
- At least 2 years of experience working with marginalized populations, including those within the culture of the inner city and/or less fortunate communities.
- Knowledge and experience in addressing mental health issues and addictions.
- Experience in case management, advocacy, and working in a volunteer-based organization is valued.
- A demonstrated passion for being involved in ending homelessness in Alberta.
- Strong leadership, people, and communication skills, capable of providing both positive and critical feedback.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- A high degree of professionalism and the ability to follow organizational protocols of front-line programs to completion.
- Ability to work both independently and under guidance of the Shelter Manager, adapting to a fast-paced environment with moderate mental effort required for analyzing information and problem-solving.
- Effective problem-solving skills with the capability to multitask and demonstrate strong organizational skills amidst shifting priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with effective conflict resolution abilities.
- Must be a self-starter capable of working independently as well as under the guidance of the Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead.
- A desire to serve within a Christian ministry context.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- The role involves moderate physical activities including walking, climbing, standing, sitting, as well as lifting and carrying items. Daily tasks will requir

  • Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: HOUSI001305 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionAt The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those...

  • Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: HOUSI001305 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionAt The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those...

  • Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: HOUSI001305 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionAt The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those...

  • Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: HOUSI001305 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionAt The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those...

  • Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, AB, Canada Theseed Full time

    Housing Focused Shelter Navigator Team Lead Job Category : Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number : HOUSI001305 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN Description At The Mustard Seed, we are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those...

  • Shelter Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada WIN House, Edmonton's Women Shelter Full time

    Shelter Manager - Full Time **What We Do** WIN House provides individuals and their children fleeing violence crisis response and intervention, safe temporary accommodation, and support for basic needs. Clients are offered trauma-informed, client-centered programming and support, access to resources, information, and referrals to community support. WIN...

  • Evening Housing Focused Shelter Worker

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Society Full time

    The Mustard Seed is on the lookout for a compassionate and committed individual to fill the role of Housing Focused Shelter Worker for our evening shift. In this key position, you'll be instrumental in delivering vital support to individuals making use of our shelter and drop-in services during the evening hours. Your primary responsibility is to foster a...

  • Team Lead Full-time Overnight: Youth Support Centre

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    Youth Support Centre Full-time **Positions available**: 2 Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Full-Time Permanent Team Lead, to provide support at the Youth Support Centre(YSC). What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. Based in Edmonton, our Youth Support Centre...

  • Team Lead Part-time Evenings: Youth Support Centre

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    Salary: Youth Support CentrePart-timePositions available: 2Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Part-Time Permanent Team Lead, to provide support at the Youth Support Centre(YSC). What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. Based in Edmonton, our Youth Support Centre...

  • Team Lead, Housing

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Boyle Street Community Services Full time

    **HOURS**: 7 days per week (37.5 hours per week) with evening availability **REPORTS TO**:Program Manager “Despite great challenges we believe unhealthy cycles can be broken, new opportunities created and, through healing, health restored.” Reports to the Housing Choice Program Manager. In this role the Team Lead is responsible for supervising,...

  • Youth Worker Full-time with Weekends

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    **Nexus Shelter** **Full-time 8:00pm - 8:00 am Wed, Thurs, Fri and every second Saturday** Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Full-Time Permanent Youth Worker, to provide support for the NEXUS Shelter and create a safe environment for youth. What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing...

  • Youth Worker Full-time: Shelters

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    **Nexus Shelter** **Full-time Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every 2nd Saturday 8:00 pm - 8:00 am** Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Full-time Permanent Youth Worker, to provide support for the NEXUS Shelter and create a safe environment for youth. What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with...

  • Youth Worker Full Time Days: Shelters

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    **Nexus Shelter** **Full-time Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm** Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Full-Time Permanent Youth Worker, to provide support for the NEXUS Shelter and create a safe environment for youth. What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. We...

  • Youth Worker Full-time Evenings

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    **Nexus Shelter** **Full-time Monday to Friday 4:00 pm to Midnight** Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Full-Time Permanent Youth Worker, to provide support for the NEXUS Shelter and create a safe environment for youth. What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working with youth facing difficult realities. We...

  • Team Lead, Housing First

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Boyle Street Community Services Full time

    REPORTS TO: Manager, Housing Services HOURS: 37.5 hours/week; Monday-Friday Contract: Ends December 2023 “Despite great challenges we believe unhealthy cycles can be broken, new opportunities created and, through healing, health restored.” Would you like to be a part of an organization that works with some of Edmonton’s most vulnerable populations...

  • Youth Worker Part-time Sat and Sun: Shelters

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Youth Empowerment & Support Services Full time

    **Nexus Shelter** **Part-time Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm** **Additional shifts may be available Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) is currently seeking a qualified Part - Time Permanent Youth Worker, to provide support for the NEXUS Shelter and create a safe environment for youth. What We Do YESS is a not-for-profit agency working...

  • Social Work Assistant at Seniors Safe House

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Sage Full time

    **Canada Summer Jobs Position** **Social Service Assistant, Seniors Safe House Shelter** AtSage**, **a powerful sense of mission influences everything we do. **We want every Edmonton senior to live a full and healthy life, to do as much as they can, as well as they can, for as long as they can**. To do this well, to strive to be the best we can be at it,...

  • Shelters Intake Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Hope Mission Full time

    **Job Title ***: Shelter Intake Worker **Based at***: Downtown Edmonton - Herb Jamieson Center (10014-105A Ave NW) - Hope Mission Main Building (9908-106 Ave NW) **Reports to ***: Shelters Supervisor **Hours of work**: Full Time - Day positions: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, 4 days on and 4 days off - Night positions: 8:00 pm to 8:00 am, 4 days on and 4 days...

  • Street Level Team Lead

    5 days ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: STREE001307 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionDo you want to make a meaningful impact within your community? Do you have strong leadership skills, and experience in social services,...

  • Street Level Team Lead

    5 days ago

    Edmonton, Canada Theseed Full time

    Job Category: Community Impact and Programs Requisition Number: STREE001307 Apply now Posted : February 23, 2024 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Edmonton Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN DescriptionDo you want to make a meaningful impact within your community? Do you have strong leadership skills, and experience in social services,...