Follow-Up Support Worker, Housing First

George Spady Society
The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being. George Spady Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

The Follow Up Support Worker (FSW) works intensively with a specific caseload of clients coming from outreach and/or encampment teams within the city. The FSW supports individuals with complex needs, who may require multiple visits a week and higher-level support systems in order to live independently in market housing. A key component of the Follow-Up Support Worker position is that it is pre-emptive, identifying problems before they come to crisis, saving emergency resources and maintaining a stable housing environment for the tenant, landlord and surrounding community. In addition, the Follow-Up Support Worker will:

• Provide client assessment, life-skills training
• Maintain landlord relationships and assist with tenant mediation
• Case co-ordination and provide crisis intervention.
• Interact with clients in a caring, non-judgemental manner
• Monitor clients on a daily basis and communicates concerns and recommendations to the Program Manager.
• Record client information in ETO and update daily
• Attends training as necessary
• Adhere to the principals of Housing First as described in the Housing First Procedures manual
• Attend general staff meetings
• Any other related task or responsibility assigned by the Program Manager.

Position Qualifications

• Demonstrated level of literacy and communication skills sufficient for job responsibilities
• An understanding that the assigned caseloads will require intensive supports throughout the week, as well as prioritizing administrative duties and contractual obligations
• An open, accepting attitude
• Experience in working in the addictions field
• Experience working with individuals with complex needs (i.e., dual diagnoses, chronic homelessness, physical health concerns, etc)
• Has established networks within the community
• Diploma or degree in a human services field and 1 to 2 years’ experience working with a marginalized population.
• Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
• Valid Driver’s license
• Own vehicle with $2 million liability insurance and may transport clients as needed

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shifts

George Spady Society thanks all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer: George Spady Society is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse team benefits and enriches our work and is essential to our operational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially self-identify at time of application should you wish to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $49,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Do you have an understanding of and are supportive of Harm Reduction principles and strategies?
• Do you have experience working with individuals with complex needs (i.e., dual diagnoses, chronic homelessness, physical health concerns, etc.)
• Do you have your own vehicle with $2 million liability insurance to transport clients as needed?

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

• working with a marginalized population: 1 year (required)
• Case Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid, CPR, AED Certification (required)
• Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-22
Expected start date: 2024-05-01