Support housing stability for chronically homeless participants in Durham Region through landlord engagement and housing-based case management. This position includes telephone and home visits.

The Housing Specialist assists individuals and families with obtaining and maintaining appropriate accommodation. You will research housing options, facilitate assessments, coordinate referrals, and provide time-limited Critical Time Intervention case management. The work also includes advocacy, landlord mediation, crisis intervention, and rapid rehousing support.

Key Responsibilities:

- Research housing options and maintain acceptance criteria
- Liaise with landlords about vacancies and service agreements
- Assist participants with applications, viewings, and transportation




- Provide housing advocacy, referrals, and landlord mediation
- Prepare case notes and statistical reports in HIFIS

Requirements:

- College diploma in Social Sciences minimum
- One to three years supporting chronic homelessness
- Knowledge of mental health and addictions
- Valid unrestricted Class G Driver’s License
- Current acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract

Bring housing advocacy, landlord engagement, and confidential case management skills to The Salvation Army’s Durham Region programs.

📌 Housing Specialist Durham Region (Canada)
🏢 The Salvation Army in Canada
📍 Canada