Families in Transition Counsellor

2 months ago


Kitchener, Canada Lutherwood -Housing Services Full time

**OUR VISION: COMMUNITIES WHERE ALL CHILDREN, YOUTH, ADULTS AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCE MENTAL WELLNESS, FINANCIAL STABILITY, AND A SAFE PLACE TO LIVE.**

To better serve the diverse needs of our community, Lutherwood is committed to creating an anti
- racist, anti-oppressive environment where leaders, staff, clients, residents, and community members are represented across the agency. Representation, celebration and allyship for all ethnicities, races, sexual/gender identities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and beliefs, are valued at Lutherwood.

**There is one full-time contract Families in Transition Counsellor position available starting February 20, 2023, and ending August 20, 2023, working 37.5 hours per week.**

**Your Role**:

- Assists families who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless to access permanent housing.
- Works with Housing Services team and community partners to ensure a coordinated approach to housing services and supports.

**Your Talents and Experience**
- Experience in supportive counseling and case management.
- Knowledge of the local housing market and community services within the Waterloo Region.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- A degree or diploma in social services with relevant experience working in a community based setting.
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential for this position.

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

- **Job Band G (hourly wages): Min - $25.59, Mid - $27.71, Max - $31.28**:

- 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

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

**Salary**: $25.59-$31.28 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-02-07
Expected start date: 2023-02-20



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