Job Description

Overview:

Crisis Centre North Bay is looking for an energetic, independent professional with strong leadership qualities to work in our Housing and Homelessness Programs on a permanent full-time basis as the Housing Coordinator. Under the direct supervision of the Northern Pines Housing Programs Supervisor, the Housing Coordinator oversees general occupant housing concerns to help ensure housing sustainability and promote housing retention at Northern Pines. Furthermore, the Housing Coordinator, under the same supervision, will be responsible for the management of all intakes and interviews of applications for Northern Pines I and II.

Hours of Operation:

The Housing Coordinator will work 40 hours per week. This position will work regular weekdays as well as some evening and weekend shifts. There may also be times that this staff member will be required to work frontline shifts within the Housing and Homelessness Programs as needed. These programs operate 24 hours per day 7 days a week and there may be the requirement to work shifts that includes days, evenings, weekends and overnights.

Qualifications:

College Diploma or University Degree in a relevant social service field

1 year residential experience preferred working with persons who may be living with mental health and addictions challenges who are experiencing homelessness or in a DV shelter. Will consider applicants with current working experience in related CCNB programs.

Exemplary emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills; both verbal and in written format

Attention to detail in regards to clear, accurate and professional documentation within case files, statistics and information database entires

Knowledge of navigating community resources related to housing, mental health and addictions and financial resources and supports

Strong collaboration and advocacy skills, both within the organization and with relevant community partners

Excellent judgement, problem solving skills and strong decision-making ability

Ability to establish, support and motivate goal setting

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to form and maintain strong professional relationships

Crisis prevention and intervention and conflict resolution experience and skills are considered an asset

SPDAT training considered an asset, however relevant training will be provided

Position is designated bilingual (French/English)

Send cover letter and an updated resume by fax or email to:

Sue Rinneard, Executive Director

Crisis Centre North Bay

P.O. Box 1407

North Bay, Ontario

P1B 8K6

EMAIL: hr@ccnorthbay.ca

Thank you for your application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please advise of any accommodation requirements prior to an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.29 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person