Housing Outreach Worker

2 months ago

Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Full time

Are you passionate about transitioning folks into housing? Are you able to provide comprehensive support to clients, aiding them in achieving sustainable independence and stable housing? Join our Housing Plus Team_

The Housing Outreach Worker (HOW) is part of an Intensive Case Management Team that will provide community-based support to participants connected to a Housing First Program. Reporting to the Housing Plus Manager, the Housing Outreach Worker provides client-centered care, landlord support and connection to mainstream services. They will be responsible for meeting one-on-one with clients on a regular basis to assist with goal setting, accessing supports and enhancing life skills to help them move towards sustainable independence. This will require a broad spectrum of supports that will vary from participant to participant, the Housing Outreach Worker will have a strong focus on client support related to locating and supporting participants towards appropriate tenancy.

**Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
**Schedule**:Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (may include some evenings and weekends)
**Reporting to**: Housing Plus Manager
**City**: Edmonton, AB
**Location**: Community Support Centre
**Number of Positions to Fill**: 2
**RFR #**: 958

**MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Maintain an active caseload, meet with clients on an on - going basis through in-person visits.
- Provide written and verbal reports and assessments as requested.
- Accompany Housing First participants to viewings and appointments at potential housing locations.
- Support and advocate for participants through exploring informed choices regarding potential housing options.
- Facilitate transition to the Follow Up Support Team either within agency or with partner agencies.
- Maintain a strong relationship with landlords and maintain a working knowledge of relevant community resources and supports.
- Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary.
- Attend all team meetings, work collaboratively with the larger housing team and external client supports.
- Maintain client confidentiality and clear boundaries.
- Maintain relevant, timely and accurate documentation, including data entry into ETO.
- Participate in all staff training (e.g. First Aid, SafeTALK, Naloxone, Indigenous Awareness) and attend monthly general meetings and support meetings with manager.
- Maintain professionalism and adhere to all policies and procedures including but not limited to Health & Safety and HR policies and procedures.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS**
- Undergraduate degree in Social Work or related field is preferred.
- Two years’ experience working with clients at risk; direct experience with Housing First initiatives and previous case management considered a strong asset.
- Understanding of barriers related to mental health, addiction, trauma and poverty.
- Understanding of Housing First and Harm Reduction principles.
- Able to maintain healthy boundaries, communicate care, and provide professional referrals.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and documentations skills.
- Well-developed skills in relation to conflict resolution, advocacy and creative problem solving.
- A self-starter with the ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Valid class 5 driver’s license, personal vehicle and $2 million liability insurance are required.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**
- This position is dependent on government funding and maybe adjusted as required.
- Office work environment as well as visitation in the community with clients, travel out of office is required.
- Physical effort is mínimal, able to lift 50 lbs. routinely. Must be able to walk upstairs, to accompany community participants to public buildings and private homes.
- This position requires varied mental and emotional effort, must be able to respond appropriately to intense situations, provide conflict resolution, and work directly with clients at risk.
- Employees are to be aware that many of our clients may experience difficulties or impairment at times, which could result in them uttering threats, discriminatory. statements, and other insults at your person. This may in a raised voice, or in seeing unpredictable behaviour up to and including the possibility of them becoming aggressive.
- Training on how to respond is provided, but this is to be considered typical working conditions. Many of our clients are unaware of the impact of these comments.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**
- As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to be in agreement and to sign our statement of faith.
- This position requires the use of a personal vehicle for company use.
- Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain $2M Vehicle Liability insurance on the vehicle being used.
- A clear Driver’s Abstract is required prior to offer of

  • Housing Outreach Worker

    7 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada The Mustard Seed Society Full time

    Are you passionate about transitioning folks into housing? Do you prefer to work autonomously? Join our Housing Plus Team! **Position Type**:Full-time **Reporting to**: Housing Plus Manager **Location**:Edmonton **Schedule**: 40 hours per week, flexible schedule (may include some weekends and evenings) The Housing Outreach Worker (HOW) is part of an...

  • Housing Outreach Worker

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada Edmonton City Centre Church Corp Full time

    **Organization: e4c** **Location: Edmonton, AB (In-Person)** **Employment Type: Full-time** **As Housing Outreach Worker (HOW), you will assist persons served in securing housing and securing the financial benefits which make housing sustainable and participating in case management. You provide resources to aid in housing sustainability through a...

  • Housing Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Native Counselling Services of Alberta] Full time

    Job Title: Housing Support WorkerJob SummaryNative Counselling Services of Alberta is seeking a qualified Housing Support Worker to join our team. As a key member of our community outreach team, you will provide support to clients in need of housing assistance.Main Responsibilities:Provide housing support services to clients, including assistance with...

  • Housing First Outreach Worker

    8 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

    The Housing Outreach Worker (HOW) supports individuals, couples and families who are chronically or episodically homeless with multiple barriers and high needs. The HOW completes intake screening evaluations and documentations, liaison between landlord and tenant participant during viewings and leasing market housing units (signing lease, household and...

  • Housing First Outreach Worker

    7 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

    **Housing First Outreach Worker** **Our Culture** Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. **We are welcoming.** We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong. **We are genuine.** We value you and embrace your...

  • Housing Outreach Worker

    7 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Homeward Trust Edmonton Full time

    **About Us** Homeward Trust Edmonton (HTE) is a not-for-profit organization charged with ending homelessness in Edmonton. Our efforts are guided by community needs and priorities as outlined in A Place to Call Home: Edmonton’s Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. Homeward Trust has a dynamic work environment, filled with high-energy, dedicated, and...

  • Housing Outreach Worker

    6 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Homeward Trust Edmonton (HTE) Full time

    About Us Homeward Trust Edmonton (HTE) is a not-for-profit organization charged with ending homelessness in Edmonton. Our efforts are guided by community needs and priorities as outlined in A Place to Call Home: Edmonton's Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. Homeward Trust has a dynamic work environment, filled with high-energy, dedicated, and passionate...

  • Housing First Outreach Worker

    6 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

    **Our Culture** Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. **We are welcoming.** We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong. **We are genuine.** We value you and embrace your individuality. **We are hopeful.** We...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Contract

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Contract

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Contract

    3 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker

    6 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society Full time

    **HOUSING OUTREACH WORKER - EAGLES NES** Indigenous Youth Housing First is an intense home visitation and follow-up program designed to assist high risk youth experiencing chronic homelessness. We provide in-home follow-up support, with cultural and spiritual support and education. **Responsibilities** - Assist high risk youth to secure safe, affordable,...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Full-time

    2 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Full-time, Contract

    3 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Full-time- Recovery

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Housing Outreach Worker, Full-time- Recovery

    2 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada George Spady Society Full time

    **George Spady Society** The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady...

  • Outreach Worker, Street Outreach

    6 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Boyle Street Community Service Ltd Full time

    **Outreach Worker, Street Outreach** (1 Year Contract - Dependent on Funding)** **Reports To: Outreach Services Manager** “Despite great challenges we believe unhealthy cycles can be broken, new opportunities created and, through healing, health restored.” Reporting to the Outreach Services Manager the Street Outreach Worker supports individuals...

  • Encampment Outreach Worker

    3 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Creating Hope Society Full time

    **Overview** **Responsibilities**: - Connect individuals sleeping rough to resources that will improve their standard of living, such as housing, income, medical supports, and identification, accompany them to appointments, and advocate on their behalf - Connect with street populations sleeping on public lands through intensive outreach in the River...

  • Ace Outreach

    2 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada Mint Health + Drugs Full time

    Outreach/Peer Support Worker - Edmonton Area **Position**: Outreach/Peer Support Worker **Site**: Church Street Pharmacy **Location**: 10631-96 Street, Edmonton, AB **Job Type**: Temporary, Part-time **Pay**: $15-$20 Hourly Who We Are Mint Health + Drugs is a fast-growing, pharmacist-owned company with 17 locations in Western Canada, dedicated to...

  • Transitional Outreach Worker

    6 months ago

    Edmonton, Canada YOUCAN Youth Services Full time

    **Transitional Outreach Worker** YOUCAN Youth Services is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to empowering youth, so they have the knowledge, support, and skills to remove themselves from harm's way. We believe in a 50/50 approach when working with young people: we will work very hard for them, but we expect them to work very hard for...