Career Opportunity at COSTI
Housing Worker
COSTI REQUIRES A HOUSING WORKER AT ITS
NORTH YORK HOUSING HELP CENTRE
Duties:
Provides case management follow-up services to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Assists people at risk of homelessness to stabilize and maintain housing.
Conducts intake and needs assessments.
Accesses long-term housing opportunities for clients.
Assists clients to live independently, with local community supports and/or specialized supports.
Provides information and refers clients to appropriate services or programs.
Provides escort, home visits and off-site services using public transit to provide post housing
stabilization services.
Provides supportive counselling and crisis intervention.
Negotiates and mediates with landlords and others on behalf of clients.
Provides eviction prevention services, including informal mediation and access to emergency
resources.
Provides mentoring and modelling as part of life skills education.
Delivers programs/services to Street to Homes participants within the city mandate and closely collaborates with Street to Homes city staff and service providers.
Facilitates and/or co-facilitates support groups and workshops.
Participates in relevant community and City committees.
Keeps administrative records of services and activities and prepares necessary reports.
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Qualifications:
Social Services worker Diploma or equivalent with relevant practicum experience.
A minimum of nine (9) months previous experience in the Housing Help sector.
Previous experience providing supportive counselling and working with clients that have experienced homelessness.
Sensitivity to issues of chronic homelessness, race relations, gender, abuse survivors and mental health.
Experience working with volunteers.
Knowledge of newcomer/refugee and immigration issues.
Experience in group facilitation using adult education principles.
Knowledge of internet, email and Windows environment software, e.g. Microsoft Office Suite.
A second language will be an asset.
Must be able to work some evenings.
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Location: |
Sheridan Mall, 1700 Wilson Ave. Suite 114, Toronto |
Duration of Position: |
March 16, 2015 to March 31, 2016 |
Starting Salary Range: |
$23.85 to $25.67 per hour |
Posting Date: |
2015-02-24 |
Closing Date: |
2015-03-09 |
Notes: |
This is a part time contract position scheduled to work 12 hours per week. |
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Mr. Michael Politi
Manager, HR Staffing and Orientation
COSTI Immigrant Services
1710 Dufferin Street
Toronto, Ontario M6E 3P2
or Fax: 416.658.8537
or e-mail: resumes@costi.org |
"We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."
COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.