This is a contract position until March 2028

Under the direction of the Legal and Transitional Support Supervisor, the Support Within Housing Counsellor will assist clients as they establish violence-free lives in the community. This includes providing support and assistance with goal and safety planning, making referrals, liaising and coordinating with other community support agencies.

Purpose of the Position:

- To coordinate the Support Within Housing Program for women with moderate to severe mental health issues who require support with housing
- To provide screening, referral, intake and discharge for housing within specific program units in the community
- To provide supportive counselling, transitional support, crisis management, day program and drop in activities
- To provide individual advocacy and referrals

Managing the screening, intake and discharge process of the program by:

- Screening and referral of potential women for the program
- Completing orientation, intake and discharge paperwork
- Coordinating the referral procedure, assessing and selecting residents for the program
- Providing appropriate admission and orientation for new residents
- Encouraging a positive, supportive relationship among residents, and providing conflict resolution when needed
- Liaising with SHIP’s Tenant Relations and other staff

Providing service to the clients by:

- Facilitating peer and group support and resident input into their housing environment
- Assisting each woman in identifying and achieving her personal and career goals
- Providing ongoing individual and group intervention and support to program participants
- Providing crisis support and intervention




- Providing support, options, referral and liaison with community resources and agencies as required
- Participating in case management through regular consultation with staff and attendance at appropriate meetings
- Providing support services to individuals with reliable mental illness who are homeless or at risk of being homeless
- Connecting with landpeople, matching people to housing, conducting housing advocacy and teaching life skills
- Actively working and collaborating with the SHIP staff to ensure residents receive all the necessary supports and services
- Working with other staff to assist in the development of policies and program procedures
- Providing individual advocacy for residents and former residents as appropriate.
- Providing referrals for clients as required
- Developing and coordinating program and drop in activities
- Working with the SHIP staff to facilitate peer and group support around the activities of daily living
- Partnering with local agencies and organizations to establish community connections and opportunities for the clients

Working on targeted community advocacy projects by:

- Working towards building partnerships in the community with those involved in the mental health, abuse, housing and addiction sectors




- Participating on relevant community and regional committees
- Exploring and developing opportunities to address the stigma associated with abuse, mental health and housing
- Educating the community on issues relating to abuse, mental health and housing
- Providing occasional education/informal presentations to professional and community groups
- Developing and distributing program information to the community
- Participating in SHIP’s Initiatives
- Providing suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to Coordinated Access Table (CAT)

Committing to the agency’s core values of: Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness, Continuous Learning and Innovation

Adhering to FTP policies and procedures and compliance with required legislative and regulatory requirements such as OHSA, AODA, etc.

Demonstrating initiative and a dedicated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, showcasing a proactive approach to continuous learning and active participation in fostering an inclusive work environment

Performing other duties or responsibilities as negotiated and assigned

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

- Post Secondary education in the Social Service field or a related field with some experience in the same or similar setting
- Eligible for registration with a Counselling/Social Work focused College or Regulatory body
- No previous violations or breach of professional practice standards
- Knowledge of issues of violence against women and children, including the intersection with mental health and addictions
- Extensive knowledge o

📌 Support Within Housing Counsellor (Orangeville)
🏢 Family Transition Place
📍 Orangeville