George Spady Society The George Spady Society is recognized as a leader in the development and delivery of effective services for the care, treatment, and support of individuals with substance-related disorders and dual diagnoses. People who come to us find dignity, hope and healing as they set a new path towards health and well-being.

George Spady

Society provides a continuum of support services supporting people with complex life circumstances associated with substance-related and concurrent disorders and homelessness, empowering them to improve their lives through client-centered, evidence-based best practices.

The Housing Outreach Worker (HOW) reports to the ICMT Manager. This position provides a versatile service that meets the individual where they are at in the community and begins the process of housing that individual. The HOW will secure housing in a timely manner for individuals who are referred to the ICMT Program.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide intake services to potential clients
- Refer individuals to housing in the private and non-profit markets in the City of Edmonton, screen to ensure the best possible fit for both clients and landlords, and coordinate the move
- Build landlord relationships that are respectful and professional
- Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely matter regarding housing the client
- Provide support to landlords during housing
- Complete data input on ETO
- Provide client briefs to Follow Up Support Team members
- Interact with clients in a caring, non-judgmental manner
- Attend general staff meetings
- Attend training as required
- Any other related task or responsibility assigned by the Housing First Manager

Position Qualifications

- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental health, and marginalized populations.
- Demonstrated level of literacy and communication skills sufficient for job responsibilities
- An open, accepting, and non-judgmental attitude with an ability to build rapport with clients and landlords




- Valid First Aid with CPR certification
- Valid Driver’s license
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
- Reliable transportation with 2 million liability insurance
- Knowledge of Edmonton’s housing market is considered an asset
- Basic understanding of the Landlord and Tenancy Act
- Diploma or degree in a human services field and 1 to 2 years’ experience working with a marginalized population

Hours of work: Full-time Permanent Day Shift work. 8 Hours, Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 3:30PM. No weekends.

Thank you for applying to the George Spady Society. We will contact only those candidates whose qualifications best match our needs. Thank you again for your interest in our organization.

Equal Prospect Employer: George Spady Society is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse team benefits and enriches our work and is essential to our operational excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity to confidentially self-identify at time of application should you wish to. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:
- French not required

Application question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation with 2 million liability insurance?
- Do you have knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental health, and marginalized populations?
- Do you have experience working with Landlords to secure housing for vulnerable people?

Education:
- DCS / DEC (required)

Experience:
- working with working with a marginalized population: 1 year (required)
- Mental Health and Addictions: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driver's License (required)
- First Aid CPR Certification (required)
- Current Police With Vulnerable Sector Check (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Housing Outreach Worker, Full-time, Permanent , Intensive Case Management Team (Edmonton)
🏢 George Spady Society
📍 Edmonton