Housing Stability Worker Contract - Project Home

SLCS is currently seeking a full-time 6-month contract for a Housing Stability Worker for Project Home, a Housing First program.  The Housing Stability position supports participants in the community who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability to assist in securing and maintaining housing. This position supports all age demographics, with a focus on coaching and mentoring individuals in housing readiness, stability, safety and security and connection to resources to promote independence. The Housing Stability Worker will be culturally responsive and will utilize a strength based, trauma informed and restorative model of care, focusing on supporting participants where they are at in their service of care.   Successful candidates should be prepared to work with individuals at different stages in life and may have to work with program participants struggling with mental health, physical health, substance use and various other challenges.

Working within a multifaceted team, you will provide case management to up to 20 participants assisting in developing and establishing housing and personal goals. You will be responsible for advocating on behalf of participants and liaising with other services (i.e. emergency shelters, community organizations, health care services, income supports, as well as the legal system) to coordinate care for individuals. The role requires strong administration, organizational and time management skills. The candidate will be able to efficiently and objectively write case notes, have familiarity with completing assessments, complete unit inspections and gather statistical information for reporting. Comfort in attending individual units, encampments and shelters is necessary as supporting individuals where they are at is at the core of the program. Strong written, verbal and social skills is essential in interacting with many personalities we support on a daily basis.  As a member of the Project Home team, you will contribute to the ongoing development of the program, and to the broader citywide homeless services system.

As an SLCS employee, you will be responsible for the safety and security of program participants, co-workers and community during your employment. You will work collaboratively with other team members and community partners to complete administrative functions for the program.

The role is community-based and you will be expected to regularly travel within the London community. The schedule for Project Home would be working mainly Monday – Friday on a rotation of 9am – 5:30pm and 10:30am – 7pm, with one weekend (Saturday and Sunday) from 10am – 6pm in a 4-week rotation.

Required Qualifications:

• University Degree or 2 – 3 year College Diploma from an accredited institution in a related field
• 1-3 years’ experience working with a diverse population, including individuals impacted by mental illness, justice system involvement, addictions and homelessness
• Standard First Aid / CPR with AED – Level C
• Valid G Class Driver’s License and access to reliable vehicle
• Experience using HIFIS 4.0 considered an asset
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) is an asset.
• Candidates who are proficient in both official languages of Canada will be considered an asset

What we offer:

• Employer paid benefits package
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Paid Personal days
• Employer RRSP contributions
• Wage grid includes annual wage progression
• Investment in your professional growth through professional development funds
• A great team to work with

This position requires a clear Police Check with vulnerable sector screening, at the applicant’s cost, as per SLCS policy. We adhere to the French Language Services Act and are committed to equity, diversity, and an inclusive, barrier-free workplace under the AODA. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, please inform the contact person.

SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.  This is for an existing vacancy within the agency and no AI is used in screening applicants.

SLCS values a diverse workforce to achieve our mission. We encourage applications from racialized communities, First Nations, Inuit, Métis, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, diverse faith communities, and those with varied lived experiences. Feel free to share your story in your cover letter.