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 Y2 }; g( ^3 Y3 q' LWe 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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( |4 ?2 n, j" U9 D, Y) D( t" K9 p: lThe ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
, }$ R6 x4 a9 T 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.
 Experience in assisting clients who have barriers to accessing housing.
1 R) x  [" ]* c( T& U Commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, program participants, and community agencies.
 Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
! {6 `8 d2 }  A% O  q3 l, o 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:
+ d% A) V( A3 @4 w2 }Debbie Clark, Executive Director
301 11456 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5K 0M1
registration@thetodaycentre.ca
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. f/ O3 w; {# R# X  Y6 I2 u3 {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.

/ K2 \( R3 B9 x- @& e6 QFunding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.