Supportive Housing Worker (multiple positions available)

Happy Valley – Goose Bay

This job description is generic and applies to all housing support workers based on the mission statement of the organization “Provide a range of living options and supportive services that promote personal development and a sense of belonging within an environment of respect, tolerance and equality”.The duties will be determined by the individual needs of the clients being supported. The context in which support is provided may vary according to the client’s living environment and may include site-based or outreach support which involves assistance and mentoring of household management tasks and activities of daily living.The population supported by Supportive Housing Workers have multiple and complex needs which can consist of a wide range of health, social and behavioral issues.

Reporting to:Supportive Housing Coordinator

Responsibilities:

  • Welcome all clients with kindness, respect and without judgment.
  • Develop supportive relationships with residents through which they can realize their future housing, employment and lifestyle goals with the aim of achieving independence while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Offer clients support based on a harm reduction, recovery based approach.
  • Provide practical help and support to residents to ensure they:

Maintain their personal health and hygiene including the eating of a healthy diet, shopping and cooking.

Have sufficient budgeting skills to enable them to manage their own tenancy, helping them when necessary through mentoring &support.

Receive up to date information on community resources available to residents.

Have the opportunity to get involved with local groups, and fulfill identified goals (e.g. voluntary work, employment, education, etc…).

Are able to attend appointments connected with their health and well-being. This will involve occasionally accompanying residents to appointments and/or arranging transportation.

Safely store medications and take as prescribed

Know how to complete minor maintenance and repairs such as fix a leaky faucet, put up a shelf, paint, etc…

  • Promote and encourage clients to maintain an optimum level of health, wellbeing and self-esteem
  • Support clients with problem solving, compatibility, conflict resolution andcrisis intervention.
  • Develop effective working relationships with other agencies involved in resident’s care and support.
  • Provide eviction prevention information/training to tenants and landlords.
  • In consultation and collaboration with the Supportive Housing Case Manager provide the level and type of support that is required for each individual
  • Work within a team, supporting colleagues and attending team meetings, recording and sharing information appropriately and confidentially.
  • Be aware of organization’s values, policies & procedures current at any time and carry out duties accordingly.
  • Undertake all core training required for this post and other training and professional development activities as required.

Qualifications:

  • A certificate or diploma in community studies, criminology, mental health/addictions, psychology or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Clear Record of Conduct
  • Ability to work effectively with those who face issues of homelessness, mental health problems and addictions
  • Understanding of, and a commitment to, a relationship-based approach to work
  • Good organization skills with the recognition that planned activities need to be flexible when working in a fast paced environment.
  • Be adaptable and flexible in order to respond to change and/or crisis.
  • The ability to advocate for clients.
  • Ability to work shift work and flexible hours.

Please forward resume and cover letter to:

Nunatsiavut Government

P.O. Box 909, Stn. B

Happy Valley – Goose Bay, NL

A0P 1E0

Attn. Kim Best

Or Fax (709) 896-2610

Or Email:

Deadline for applications: September 24, 2014