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.

8 A- f, A* }7 YWe 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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The ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:
 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 p6 z) `  m/ c$ d 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.
5 N, a; K: E: W& Y. ~ Demonstrated knowledge of community housing resources.
5 K$ d/ q% b6 y( Q' }  M/ \ 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
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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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7 l0 W1 `6 ~5 y0 h- m8 A3 U2 k0 SFunding provided by the Edmonton Real Estate Foundation.
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