Case Manager - Housing Loss Prevention

Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

Job Type: 35 hours per week 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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About the Position

Kiwewin (The Act of Coming Home) is a program offered by the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre. Kiwewin, provides short-term financial assistance for housing, light touch case management and referrals support to individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness in the City of Grande Prairie.

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Qualifications:

• Human Services diploma or degree

• Knowledge of the Indigenous culture

• Knowledge of Housing First considered an asset

• Experience working with mental illness and substance abuse

• Knowledge of community resources and supports

• Experience working and interacting effectively and respectfully with clients in their home and community

• Experience in guiding and supporting clients to maintain healthy home environments and sustainable housing

• Experience working with individuals with behavioral challenges

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with reliable vehicle

• Cleared Criminal Record and Child Intervention Record Check

• Valid First Aid

• Mental Health First Aid

• ASIST

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Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• To report verbally daily to the Program Coordinator

• To immediately report and discuss any concerns that might arise to the Program Coordinator

• Provide short-term support to client to maintain housing

• Ensure client files are maintained and updated

• Refer participants in crisis to appropriate resources

• Deal with crisis issues between client/landlord

• Provide information and referrals to appropriate agencies

• Treat all clients with dignity and respect

• Foster and maintain excellent relationships with professionals involving client’s needs

• Maintain confidentiality at all times

• Maintain files, case notes and daily, weekly and monthly stats

• Maintain positive working relationships within the GPFC

• Follow policy and procedure guidelines of the GPFC at all times

 

Please apply with cover letter and resume.

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Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $26.00 per hour

Schedule: 8 hour shift