Housing Services Practitioner

Here at Vecova we are passionate about inclusion and believe we can improve the lives of all members of our community. We are a dynamic leader in the disability sector providing programs, services and enterprises designed to meet the needs of persons of all abilities though housing, employment and wellness services. We are a team of talented individuals, big-thinkers and collaborators, who embrace our values and guiding principles to drive our mission and vision forward.

"We are creating a workplace culture of inclusion and belonging where all team members feel heard and valued. We are a diverse group of individuals working towards a common and noble goal of inclusion for everyone." – Kelly Holmes-Binns, Chief Executive Officer - Vecova

THE OPPORTUNITY - Housing Services Practitioner - Complex Needs

Reporting to the Housing Services Team Leader, the Housing Services Practitioner (Complex Needs) supports persons with disabilities, who have complex needs, to live as independently as possible in the most appropriate living environment consistent with Vecova's Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles. This includes ensuring consumers are safe and involved in decisions and activities so they can be successful in their home and community.

This position provides direct support to persons with a disability with a medical or mental health diagnosis. Hours of work and location are dependent on the needs of the consumers, team and Vecova's organizational needs.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Housing Support Services
• Use person-centered approaches to assist and support consumers to achieve their housing goals.
• Provide all consumers support in accordance with Vecova training, policy and procedures
• Consumer Support tasks, additionally knowing the consumers' Planned Approaches
• Understand and follow all safety standards for the consumers' service and home as outlined in policy & procedures
• Planning and Communication for consumer needs/changes
• Work effectively within culturally diverse teams
• Demonstrate a high standard of professionalism aligned with Vecova values
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all Vecova team members
• Represent Vecova in a professional manner
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and enthusiasm
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrate a high level of administrative and IT capacity

WHAT YOU BRING

We are looking to engage team members with diverse skills, experiences and interests. These are some of the competencies and credentials we are looking for:

• Diploma or Degree in Disability Studies, or a related social science
• Demonstrate skills using technology for completing documentation, internet/intranet searches and using email
• Competent in use of web-based consumer-management system
• Demonstrate math skills adequate for fund tracking
• Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or has an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
• Well developed and effective communication skills (written and oral)
• Demonstrated skill in critical thinking

WHY WORK AT VECOVA?

No two days will be the same You'll have the opportunity to embark on a gratifying career with an organization that puts people first. We offer competitive compensation, a great benefits program, onsite fitness programs, flexible work schedules, and generous paid time off to spend time with family, pursue adventure or take time for interests outside of work.

Vecova is committed to life-long learning and ongoing training is part of who we are. We have comprehensive training programs and we offer learning opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, stay current in your field, and continue to learn as your career progresses.

When you work at Vecova you belong. Join Us

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

• Vecova is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility for everyone.
• We welcome this journey of continual learning with our dedicated employees and community.
• We strive to operate with an open mind and seek the contributions of people with diverse backgrounds.
• We believe this only strengthens our workplace culture and ability to advance our mission.
• We work to inspire and inform the community to be inclusive - from our daily work supporting individuals in the community and in living environments, to our social enterprise and employment programs.

Join us in building a future for people with all abilities where everyone is valued, belongs, and thrives.

Vecova celebrates diversity and is proud and committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of Race, Religious beliefs, Color, Gender, Gender identity, Gender expression, Physical disability, Mental disability, Age, Ancestry, Place of origin, Marital status, Source of income, Family status and Sexual orientation (Alberta Human Rights Commission). At Vecova, we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment.

We provide support in our recruitment process to candidates with disabilities; including accommodation, that takes into account candidates' accessibility needs. Please connect, in confidence, with our Human Resources Team at if you require accommodation within the recruitment process.

We greatly appreciate applications from all interested candidates; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All candidates applying for positions must be authorized to work in Canada without employer support.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $15.00-$42.39 per hour

Work Location: In person