Provide individual supports and short-term case management to community members who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing Facilitate community engagement and outreach Create housing summits alongside community members to understand local needs, strengths, and opportunities Outreach and engage residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness Support community members in accessing health and social services through a warm transfer process Develop partnerships with service agencies to ensure efficient and timely access to services Provide short-term case management and make referrals supporting housing retention Compile reports on housing needs and community recommendations Develop and maintain a directory of available housing, supports, and services Explore and help develop a roommate matching program for community members Work in Newmarket and across York Region Requirements
Undergraduate degree, preferably BSW/MSW Minimum 1 year case management/short-term case management experience Minimum 1 year related experience supporting people with housing needs Knowledge and appreciation of housing issues in York Region Knowledge of legislation and regulations,
including the Residential Tenancies Act Knowledge of eviction prevention strategies Knowledge of community resources and demonstrated ability to search for applicable resources/information Must be able to work in office and commute across York Region Solid interpersonal skills, with an ability to work closely with clients and partner organizations Problem-solving skills in identifying and referring individuals to resources Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in case management and community outreach, with a strong understanding of housing issues and resources in York Region. Proficient in developing partnerships and facilitating access to health and social services for individuals at risk of homelessness. Highest-signal resume keywords
Case Management Experience Knowledge of Housing Issues Understanding of Residential Tenancies Act Community Resource Navigation Interpersonal Skills ATS Optimization Keywords