Housing Worker Term Position (May – August 2013)

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Today Family Violence Help Centre is an innovative centre which operates with an integrated services model providing a single point of entry to comprehensive services for those impacted by family violence in Edmonton and area. The Today Family Violence Help Centre is part of a collaborative, coordinated community response.

+ p+ v2 c. M- T1 s+ ]  U0 \# U- @We are currently looking for an experienced individual for the term position of Housing Support Worker to start immediately. As part of a team, the individual will be required to build a housing registry, develop relationships with community agencies that will address housing needs and coordination of housing services for individuals impacted by Family Violence.
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The ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
- H' n4 K- [9 n' k. g4 J Minimum post secondary degree or in progress of obtaining a degree.
; O: I5 d  l1 B8 I  g# m Two to three years front line experience in providing resources to clients with barriers or experience in programs providing housing to clients with barriers.
 Experience in assisting clients who have barriers to accessing housing.
, z+ E* E! P3 ?$ }. i. v* h4 X7 Q Commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, program participants, and community agencies.
7 [  K( \! @7 R7 L Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
 Excellent computer skills, interpersonal and written communication skills.
* ]4 n1 m$ J3 L3 T Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
 An understanding of family violence is an asset. The hourly rate is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on the qualifications of
the applicant. Qualified candidates may forward their detailed resume and cover letter by April 26, 2013 to:
6 l! c. ]1 n. {/ C, ?* J, [Debbie Clark, Executive Director
301 11456 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5K 0M1
registration@thetodaycentre.ca

A copy of the position description is available at www.thetodaycentre.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
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Funding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.