Full- Time Housing Outreach Worker, Intensive Case Management Team

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.

The Housing Outreach Worker (HOW) reports to the ICMT Manager. This position provides a flexible service that meets the individual where they are at in the community and begins the process of housing that individual. The HOW will secure housing in a timely manner for individuals who are referred to the ICMT Program.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

Provide intake services to potential clients

Refer individuals to housing in the private and non-profit markets in the City of Edmonton, screen to ensure the best possible fit for both clients and landlords, and coordinate the move

Build landlord relationships that are respectful and professional

Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely matter regarding housing the client

Provide support to landlords during housing

Complete data input on ETO

Provide client briefs to Follow Up Support Team members

Interact with clients in a caring, non-judgmental manner

Attend general staff meetings

Attend training as required

Any other related task or responsibility assigned by the Housing First Manager

Position Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental health, and marginalized populations.

Demonstrated level of literacy and communication skills sufficient for job responsibilities

An open, accepting, and non-judgmental attitude with an ability to build rapport with clients and landlords

Valid First Aid with CPR certification

Valid Driver’s license

Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check

Reliable transportation with 2 million liability insurance

Knowledge of Edmonton’s housing market is considered an asset

Basic understanding of the Landlord and Tenancy Act

Diploma or degree in a human services field and 1 to 2 years’ experience working with a marginalized population

Hours of work: Full-time Permanent Day Shift work. 8 Hours, Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 3:30PM. No weekends.

Thank you for applying to the George Spady Society. We will contact only those candidates whose qualifications best match our needs. Thank you again for your interest in our organization.

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.