Part Time Housing Worker Evening Services Team Lead Job In Kingston

The Housing Worker – Evening Services Team Lead will provide support in the Day Services drop-in center. The Team Lead will oversee operations in the evening and provide supervision to evening staff. They will ensure adherence with the program operating standards as set out by the Housing and Homelessness System for the City of Kingston.

• Completion of up to two years Community College preferably in a Social Services/Addictions related field
• First Aid & CPR Certification
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification would be an asset.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of two years' experience working with those living in poverty, experience with housing and homelessness issues and/or mental health sectors
• Knowledge of homelessness and affordable housing issues within the community and Housing First strategies to end homelessness.
• Knowledge of residential tenancy act and role of Landlord Tenant Board, in landlord Tenant disputes
• Knowledge of resources in the community for individuals, and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, living in poverty or living with mental health and addiction issues.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Strong background of and understanding of Indigenous histories and cultures
• Ability to utilize assessment protocols in the delivery of services.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to integrate harm reduction approaches as appropriate in daily interactions with individuals, youth, and families.
• Ability to use assertive engagement techniques as appropriate in interactions.
• Proficient in working in a computerized environment; must demonstrate strong skills using Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Exhibit strong problem solving, conflict resolution and mediation skills within a solution focused framework!
• Confidentiality and professional ethics required.
• Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
• May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Please forward resume along with a cover letter outlining how your experience and education meet position requirements. The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.