CONTRACT PEST CONTROL AND HOARDING SPECIALIST(Bargaining Unit Position)Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, reliable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.Position type: Contract, Full-timeLocation(s): 90 Shuter (and other sites)Hours of Work:Monday to Friday, 9am-5pmSalary: $28.76 per hourContract duration: starting ASAP, 3-month contractSubmit Resume to: APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “PCH-E”This position minimizes and eliminates bedbug/pest infestations and hoarding issues; keeping current on technologies and procedures; ensuring adherence to the mission statement, policies, and procedures of Homes First Society.JOB REQUIREMENTSKnowledge of best practices for bed bug, pest and hoarding issuesKnowledge of group processes and dynamicsDemonstrated interpersonal and teamwork skills; ability to maintain co-operative working relationships with Shelter and Housing co-workers and interact positively with the tenant population who have experienced homelessness, mental health and addiction problemsDemonstrated ability to work independentlySelf-motivated with the ability to problem solve individually and as part of a team/groupDemonstrated organizational, time management, and administration skillsProficient in word processing, spreadsheet and database software applicationsAbility to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAbility to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in languages other than English an assetWorking with other staff,



Property Supervisor and tenants to prepare for bed bug/pest removal and/or assist in hoarding clean-up and housing issues stemming from hoardingMaintain bed bug/pest control tools and equipment in good conditionMust be able to lift 25 kilogramsOther duties as requiredRegistered Canadian Charitable Registration No. RRQUALIFICATIONSPost-secondary education or equivalentseveral years’ experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and who are hard to houseknowledge of tenant population, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessnessexperience with rental legislation in Ontarioexcellent interpersonal skillsknowledge of relevant laws, standards and guidelinesknowledge of resources and services available in the communityexcellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and organization skillscertificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an assetCertificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset** Note that the above job requirements are not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned from time to time as required.Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. Working in a pet friendly environment.The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer.Homes First Society does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for internal postings.This is an existing open position.Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted.AccommodationHomes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.

📌 Contract Pest Control And Hoarding Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Homes First
📍 Toronto