Housing Support Worker

At House of Friendship we believe in what we are doing. We get out of bed each day to make a difference in our community; to walk with and to serve. We are not happy with the status quo. We get energy from ongoing learning and growth. We lead with passion and believe without a doubt that everyone deserves to belong and thrive. We live and breathe our values of Compassion, Inclusion, Justice, Dignity and Hope. And we have fun

Sounds pretty great doesn’t it? It is

We are seeking a mature, responsible and energetic individual who is committed to strength-based, person focused care to join our team in the role of Housing Support Worker. This person will provide housing-based, individualized supports that assist tenants to maintain housing towards the goal of developing a sense of home and belonging. The program includes permanent housing for those living on low income who may have experienced homelessness, as well as on-site supports to maintain independent living.

*** This is a full-time, permanent, salaried position (37.5 hours per week) with paid sick time,**

**personal days and vacation; group health benefits and defined contribution pension plan.**

**Work schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, with shifts alternating weekly between 7am-3pm and 2-10pm.**

**Valid G class driver’s license is required.**

**Successful completion of a Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector) is required.**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for individual housing stability and life skills supports
- Responsible for facilitating case conference, developing safety plans and long/short term support plans
- Responsible for facilitating community inclusion activities
- Responsibility to refer, connect and liaise with community supports

**Skills Experience**:

- University degree or minimum 2 year college diploma in social work or related social sciences is required
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in case planning/management with individuals and assisting them in developing life skills
- Knowledgeable in Supportive Housing modalities
- Understanding and knowledge of regional community social services and resources
- Experience supporting group activities
- Passion to support people living on a low income with support needs including mental health and addiction challenges
- Commitment to understand and uphold the mission and values of House of Friendship is expected
- Exemplary emotional intelligence, resilience, communication, conflict management and problem solving skills required
- Ability to work professionally as a team member with staff, participants and community members
- Experience or strong interest in working with diverse populations including people from various cultural backgrounds, income levels, and sensitivity to their needs
- Experience with and commitment to using an anti-racism, anti-oppressive and trauma informed approach to consultation, program design, evaluations of processes and service delivery
- Must be dependable, professional, flexible, a team player, and have a positive attitude
- Respectful, supportive and engaging approach to persons with physical and/or cognitive disabilities, addictions, mental illness and other life challenges
- Excellent project, timeline and deadline management skills including skills in logistics, planning and detailed record keeping

**Rate of Pay**:
Note: Most new team members will start somewhere between the start rate and the mid point of the range.

Grade: 5

Min: $26.50

Mid: $30.41

Max: $34.32

**Working Conditions**:

- 37.5 hours/week (Tuesday-Saturday; shifts alternating weekly between 7am-3pm and 2-10pm)
- Flexibility as required to meet program needs and maintain work/life balance
- Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response
- Travel with the Region of Waterloo and Wellington County; generally with House of Friendship fleet vehicles and/or public transit options
- Encountering participants at program sites who may be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, and/or experiencing symptoms of mental illness can be expected

**COVID-19 Vaccination Policy**:
To maintain the safety of staff and participants, House of Friendship has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. All Staff hired after October 19, 2021 are required to provide proof of being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 as a pre-condition of their employment or placement offer. If an individual is unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19, they will be required to submit written proof verifying a medical reason or by submitting a request under the Ontario Human Rights Code and agree to regular Rapid Antigen Testing at least two times per week. When documentation has been received and approved, House of Friendship will provide accommodation up to the point of undue hardship in compliance with the OHRC and may follow up to receive further information and/or documentation as required. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the immediate revocation of an of