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.

1 P9 m' P7 p  e3 q) j2 t5 eWe 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:
/ f/ o( r: g% R( @ Minimum post secondary degree or in progress of obtaining a degree.
/ h6 n; _8 c' I Two to three years front line experience in providing resources to clients with barriers or experience in programs providing housing to clients with barriers.
& J; q# `% e+ M Experience in assisting clients who have barriers to accessing housing.
 Commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, program participants, and community agencies.
 Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
 Excellent computer skills, interpersonal and written communication skills.
5 }1 G$ Q! ^0 V$ q3 e1 b6 J7 @+ g 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
3 i* M1 n4 ?6 N* E" d6 tthe applicant. Qualified candidates may forward their detailed resume and cover letter by April 26, 2013 to:
, p& \% C3 X& l9 j( i/ N0 I6 BDebbie Clark, Executive Director
) ~: Q1 k% P! ^2 B301 11456 Jasper Avenue
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registration@thetodaycentre.ca

4 u" O4 y( y# \8 ~9 _3 ^" t) n1 nA 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.
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