Housing Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Connective Support Society Full time
Job Title: Full Time Housing Support Worker

Connective Support Society is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Full Time Housing Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will work directly with residents and other community service providers to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Participate in program planning for individuals living semi-independently, documenting and implementing the plan, and providing input into the evaluation of the program.
  • Evaluate client needs and develop short-term plans to meet such needs with the active participation of clients and their families.
  • Support clients to function independently in their own homes and in the community by assisting with life skills development and/or behavior management.
  • Recognize and deal with potential emergency situations to minimize potential harm to the clients and/or the public.
  • Work directly with community service providers, government and non-government organizations, and First Nations service providers to develop and implement individual support plans consistent with harm reduction and Connective philosophies and practices.
  • Participate in team meetings and corporate initiatives, engage in ongoing team planning and quality improvement activities, participate in maintaining a healthy environment for clients and team, and perform a variety of clerical duties as required.
Requirements
  • A Diploma in Social Services and one year of related experience is preferred; in-house training can be provided for the right candidate.
  • Professional or lived experience working with vulnerable populations experiencing multiple barriers.
  • A demonstrated and clear ability to respond well in crisis situations.
  • Ability to provide a high level of motivation, flexibility, and sensitivity to residents.
What We Offer
  • Committed Living Wage Employer.
  • 2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC.
  • 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines.
  • Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan.
  • Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments.
  • Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management.
  • Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday.
  • Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months).
How to Apply

Please fill out the diversity, equity and inclusion form and submit your application. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates.

The starting wage is $31.12 plus 10.2% in lieu. The wage will increase with every 2,000 hours worked up to a maximum of $36.23 per hour.

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