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.
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: S" i1 Z, H3 u5 Z+ ~! tWe 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:
' O  k$ G2 e" x+ V Minimum post secondary degree or in progress of obtaining a degree.
" y. m* l" |5 b, a3 X: N! w! `- B Two to three years front line experience in providing resources to clients with barriers or experience in programs providing housing to clients with barriers.
& r" f0 w: M1 |7 t! _5 \% | 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.
7 R1 g5 C2 g1 c7 f Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
 Excellent computer skills, interpersonal and written communication skills.
 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
1 ]; `% w9 X3 `9 e. t  u3 W0 ithe applicant. Qualified candidates may forward their detailed resume and cover letter by April 26, 2013 to:
Debbie Clark, Executive Director
1 ]1 v% _+ F. h" b301 11456 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5K 0M1
registration@thetodaycentre.ca

3 W1 M  a* n" [, J& ?$ P3 q+ rA 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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: {+ ~1 X* ?* e9 t9 OFunding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.
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