Support men experiencing homelessness as a ShelterCare Support Worker with House of Friendship during Monday-to-Friday evening shifts. Use trauma-informed, person-centered support. This six-month contract supports ShelterCare, a 24/7 program offering integrated housing and health supports. Work within an interdisciplinary team to help participants secure permanent housing, improve wellness, and build life skills. Apply housing-first and harm-reduction approaches while supporting program coverage at the Safer Use program when needed.

Key Responsibilities
Develop personalized housing plans with shelter participants Conduct intake conversations and program orientations Build rapport through life-skills support and floor tasks Respond to crises and coordinate emergency services Document support notes, daylogs, and HIFIS data

Requirements:
Two-year related post-secondary education Experience providing individualized support services Experience with homelessness, mental health, addictions, or trauma Solid communication and relationship management skills Calm, collaborative crisis-response abilities Bring housing support, crisis response, and trauma-informed practice to ShelterCare participants during evening service hours.

📌 ShelterCare Housing Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 House of Friendship of Kitchener
📍 Canada