Jean Tweed is a leading, community-based organization that provides a supportive environment for women with substance use, mental health, and gambling concerns. Recognizing the diversity of women's experience in today's society, our programs seek to address a range of issues in a woman's life that may contribute to substance use and gambling concerns.The Jean Tweed Centre is building capacity to transform the level of support for women with substance use, mental health, and gambling concerns.Position PurposeThe Housing Support Worker provides front-line, client-centered support to women and gender-diverse individuals living in Jean Tweed's supportive housing programs. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the role focuses on housing stability, harm reduction, life skills development, crisis intervention, and connection to community resources. The position is grounded in trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based practice.Rate of Pay$24.59 - $28.931 Part-time B position available* (8-hour shift)Location3111 Lakeshore Blvd West, Toronto, ON, M8V 4B6ScheduleSaturday and Sunday, 9:00am-7:00pmHow you will help to get us there?As a Housing Support Worker, you will provide:Client Support & EngagementProvide individualized, trauma-informed support to residents to promote housing stability and wellbeingConduct client check-ins, wellness assessments, and support planningSupport clients in developing and achieving personal goals related to housing, health, recovery, and community integrationEncourage client participation in decision-making regarding housing and support plansProvide life skills support, including daily living, budgeting, meal preparation, personal care, and tenancy skillsMonitor mental health and substance use needs and respond appropriately using harm-reduction principlesCrisis Intervention & SafetyIdentify, assess, and respond to crisis situations, including mental health crises, overdoses,



or conflictDe-escalate challenging situations while maintaining safety for clients, staff, and visitorsAdminister emergency interventions as trained (e.G., CPR, Naloxone, CPI Training)Proactively observe and respond to early signs of distress or agitationCase Coordination & AdvocacyCollaborate with internal team members, case managers, and external service providersSupport referrals to community resources including healthcare, income supports, legal aid, and social servicesAdvocate for clients within systems to support housing retention and access to servicesMaintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in client recordsProgram & Team SupportWork collaboratively within a multidisciplinary, women-centered teamParticipate in shift handovers, team meetings, and program planningContribute to a supportive, inclusive, and respectful living environmentSupport program activities, community building, and group initiativesAdministrative & Operational DutiesComplete required documentation, incident reports, and data entryAssist with intakes, orientation of new residents, and program administrationSupport housekeeping, meal preparation, and maintenance reporting as neededOther duties as assignedOrganizationalConduct job responsibilities with a commitment to harm reduction, trauma-informed, women-centered and anti-oppressive practicesAbide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and work in a manner that is safe,



reporting incidents immediately to direct supervisorAdhere to the policies and procedures of The Jean Tweed Treatment CentrePerform other duties as assigned in order to meet the overall goals and objectives of The Jean Tweed Treatment CentreMaintain a client service orientation including learning about and addressing client needs and concernsWork collaboratively including respect others, sharing information, consulting and celebrating shared successesDemonstrate accountability by holding self-responsible and following through on commitmentsSupport inclusion and equity by respecting others, embracing diversity and addressing oppressionCommit to continuous learning through professional development, giving and receiving constructive feedback and applying current skillsRequirementsDiploma or Degree in Social Work, Social Services or equivalent qualificationExperience working with women facing housing instability, mental health challenges, trauma and substance useA combination of 3 years of work experience in the field of Mental Health, Substance Use, and/or Supportive HousingExpertise in providing supportive counseling and case management to individuals who are experiencing or have experienced a complex history of mental health concerns, and substance useWorking knowledge of community resources such as health careAbility to work collaboratively in complex community settingsAbility to use a range of technological tools, e.G. online reporting systems, videoconferencing etcAbility to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervisionCrisis intervention skills, with well-developed problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and writing skillsFirst Aid/CPR certificationVulnerable Police Sector checkIn accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, but Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Housing And Support Worker (Part-Time B - Ch) - C$24.6 - C$28.9 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Jean Tweed Centre
📍 Winnipeg