We are recruiting for aPart TimeHousing Specialistto initiate and develop relationships with landlords, property owners and managers of property management companies in an effort to secure rental market units for Housing First participants to embrace a collaborative working relationship with Regional Housing Support Services staff for the purpose of obtaining adequate and affordable housing; and to facilitateon-going cooperative and successful tenant/landlord relationships in effort to reduce high acuity, chronic homelessness. This is a contract position, working up to 18.75 hours per week until April 30, 2027.Compensation PackageWork up to 18.75 hours per week.Minimum starting rate of pay is $32.12 per hour.11 paid statutory holidays.Employer paid confidential employee assistance program for you and your family members.Minimum requirementsA Community College Diploma or Degree in Business with a focus on sales and marketing, or a Degree/Diploma in Social Services in combination with relevant experience.Minimum of 2 years' recent full-time work experience building and implementing marketing plans; working experience within social services or experience working in the housing or homeless sector.Demonstrated knowledge of Housing First principles, guidelines and related housing concepts, acts and regulations.Knowledge of rental market trends and experience in facilitating training and information sharing sessions.Knowledge of marketing/communications is an asset.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, administrative and organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team; demonstrated ability towork in a computerized environment.Special factors of this positionMust have a valid Class G driver's license and reliable transportation to be used in the course of employment.Must be prepared to work flexible schedule as required.Must be available to work throughout Simcoe County.Duties and responsibilities (including,



but not limited to)engage and recruit landlords to participate in a Housing First modelinitiate new and facilitate ongoing relationships with local landlords, property owners, property managers, realty companiespro-actively work with landlords and specialized housing teams to identifying barriers and gaps in service needs to develop and maintain safe and affordable rental housing optionscollaborate with Housing First Case Managers to assess housing and stabilization plans to best meet housing and stabilization goalsact as a liaison and provide guidance to housing staff on housing related opportunities within communitiesorganize and/or facilitate workshops, information sessions and in-services to landlords, property owners and managers of property management companies around Housing first, landlord engagement and related housing conceptsmediate alongside the Housing First Case Manager to support positive landlord/tenant relationshipsmaintain a landlord registry with relevant and up-to-date local rental opportunitiesexecute various property inspectionsparticipate in data collection and evaluation to develop and re-fine landlord engagement effortskeep accurate records and produce reports in a timely and accurate mannermaintain timely, thorough and accurate case notes and enter and maintain relevant data system(s)participate in and contribute at community tables, committees and working groups, as appropriate and necessaryperform any other duties as assignedEmpower Simcoe is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. Applications are encouraged from those who reflect the diversity of our community.Empower Simcoe is committed to being non-discriminatory and providing equal and barrier-free selection and appointment processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to this position, please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Part Time Housing Specialist - $32.1 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Empower Simcoe
📍 Winnipeg