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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1 k9 P+ Q- I% n4 w+ F5 ~5 F1 kWe 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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) f% @$ x( q4 a: D: kThe ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
% @2 n$ B( H9 p; [6 C Minimum post secondary degree or in progress of obtaining a degree.
 Two to three years front line experience in providing resources to clients with barriers or experience in programs providing housing to clients with barriers.
: }4 x" f! W' W 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.
2 H" q& j+ \2 ?1 |4 A& z Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
8 C  K) v+ T0 b+ G' o- z" T' e 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 - $20.00 per hour depending on the qualifications of
the applicant. Qualified candidates may forward their detailed resume and cover letter by April 26, 2013 to:
Debbie Clark, Executive Director
1 I/ K7 @$ F0 w% L301 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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. _- h+ i0 D6 s% p4 U3 Z# uFunding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.