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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( B* h& B/ D8 N  {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.

3 Y* j- o: j" [! w: NThe ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
 Minimum post secondary degree or in progress of obtaining a degree.
: \6 c, r* ~, s. v3 u8 u6 F! C3 e7 P Two to three years front line experience in providing resources to clients with barriers or experience in programs providing housing to clients with barriers.
. b$ w* G4 `2 d. G) w- A 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.
+ N, t& @- l8 S; H/ p 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 - $20.00 per hour depending on the qualifications of
the applicant. Qualified candidates may forward their detailed resume and cover letter by April 26, 2013 to:
' P5 l$ D; |! R  L) G7 WDebbie Clark, Executive Director
301 11456 Jasper Avenue
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registration@thetodaycentre.ca
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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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' ~3 @5 F" I& y: ?4 ]5 fFunding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.
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