Job Description

About Us:

Visvacare provides safe, stable, and compassionate housing to individuals experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or social instability. Our mission is to empower vulnerable individuals through housing, community connection, and comprehensive support services. We are currently expanding our reach and impact -- and we're looking for a dedicated

Housing

Coordinator

to help us connect with more individuals in need.

Position Summary:

The Housing Coordinator is responsible for building and maintaining strong referral pathways into our housing programs. This role involves engaging with hospitals, shelters, community agencies, and social service providers to identify and qualify potential residents. The Coordinator also works directly with new and prospective clients to complete intake applications and assists in obtaining additional supports such as housing subsidies or social benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Build and maintain referral relationships with hospitals, shelters, mental health and addiction services, and homelessness prevention organizations Conduct outreach visits to community partners to promote awareness of our housing programs and intake process Identify and connect with prospective clients and assist them in completing intake applications for available housing units across all of our managed facilities in St Thomas, London and Strathroy Collect required documentation and liaise with applicants to ensure all eligibility requirements are met Coordinate with internal staff to support smooth transitions into housing for approved residents Seek out and apply for available housing or support subsidies for both new and existing residents (e.g., through city programs, provincial supports, or charitable organizations) Attend community meetings, case conferences, and networking events to maintain a visible presence within the local housing and social services ecosystem Maintain accurate, confidential records and data tracking of referrals, intakes, and outcomes Collaborate with the internal team to help develop efficient intake procedures and identify service gaps or opportunities Work with funding organizations to apply for more grants and subsidies that can fund the clients and/or operations of the facilities

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in Social Work, Community Services, Addictions & Mental Health, or a related field Minimum 2 years of experience in outreach, housing services, or community engagement roles Strong understanding of local homelessness support systems, shelters, and housing subsidy programs in London, Ontario Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills Comfortable with fieldwork, community visits, and building rapport with diverse populations Ability to work independently and manage multiple leads and referrals simultaneously Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation required Vulnerable Sector Police Check required

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation Meaningful work that changes lives in the local community Supportive team environment with opportunity for professional development Flexible hours with some community-based work required Work from Home options Performance based incentives The chance to play a key role in expanding access to housing for those most in need
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking Work from home
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Social Work: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person