Housing Support Worker

LUTHERWOOD IS DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES WHERE EVERYONE EXPERIENCES MENTAL WELLNESS, OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, A PLACE TO CALL HOME, AND A SENSE OF BELONGING.

To better serve the diversity of our community, Lutherwood is committed to embedding anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices, and perspectives into the fabric of our organization. We have implemented mandatory antiracism training, we are actively building safe spaces to host brave conversations for learning, and we are fostering a culture of belonging for all, but especially BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, historically and presently marginalized individuals and communities.

There is one Full-time permanent Housing Support Worker position available starting on February 05, 2024, working 37.5 hours per week.

• As part of the PATHS2Home team, provides case management support to individual participants to access and stabilize in housing.
• Works with community partners to ensure a coordinated approach to ending chronic homelessness in Waterloo Region.
• Works from a person-centered approach to identify and meet the complex needs of individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
• Works in alignment with the agency’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression values

Your Talents and Experience:

• A degree or diploma in social services with relevant experience working in a community-based setting.
• Experience in supportive counseling and case management.
• Ability to work autonomously and decision-making ability is required.
• Knowledge of the local housing market and community services within Waterloo Region.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• PSW must have also a social service diploma/degree.
• Reliable transportation is essential for this position.
• Required to hold a “G” class license and a two-million-dollar liability policy as part of personal car insurance.

What's in it for you?

• Rate of Pay:
• At Lutherwood all salaries are categorized under a series of "bands" determined during our job evaluation process. When determining rate of pay for external hires, a candidates past related experience will be taken into consideration along with where others with similar experience currently fall within the band. Note: most new team members will start between the starting salary and the mid-point of the range.
• Job Band H (hourly wages): Min - $27.82, Mid - $30.20, Max - $34.24
• Eligible for Lutherwood's Benefits plan after 3 months of employment
• Eligible for Lutherwood's Pension plan after 6 months of employment
• Voluntary Group RRSP and TFSA options available
• 3 weeks of paid vacation (accumulated bi-weekly) + 15 hours of personal time per year
• Paid sick-time (accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (no cost)
• Discounted GRT passes through membership with TravelWise

If you are customer-focused, results-driven and share our values and antiracism commitment, we want you to grow with us. Please submit a cover letter outlining how your life experience has given you a deep understanding of homelessness and a resume, in confidence, no later than 4 pm on January 19, 2024 to:

Human Resources

141 Father David Bauer Drive

Waterloo, ON N2L 6N9

Email: hr@lutherwood.ca

(Include job title in subject line)

This is an Internal and External posting.

Lutherwood requires all employees to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment. We require certain positions to obtain a Medical Certification.

If you require accommodation for submitting your application, please contact the Human Resources department at hr@lutherwood.ca or by calling 519-707-1958 ext. 1190.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $27.82-$34.24 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-01-19
Expected start date: 2024-02-05