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Description

About the YWCA: YWCA Prince Albert is a friendly and rewarding place to work. There are many opportunities for advancement for hard-working, positive, team-oriented people.

Responsibilities: Housing Support Workers are members of the Homeward Bound Oakdale team and work together to provide housing supports for clients in a flexible, compassionate, and responsible manner.

Qualifications:

Experience in human services, supportive housing, or with persons with disabilities/addictions;
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture;
Valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's License;
Those without a Valid Class 5 Driver's License need not apply;
Reliable transportation;
Excellent written & verbal communication skills;
Computer Skills (including Microsoft Office, email communication, & data entry);
Must pass Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check;
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
Excellent time management skills;
Knowledge of person-centered, trauma-informed care and strength-based approaches is an asset;
Duties:

Review communications board, emails, and log books when coming on shift;
Maintain written and computerized records, compile reports, and complete other program documents (including case notes, statistics, letters, etc.);
Provide transportation to client appointments;
Provide culturally sensitive outreach, case management, counseling, and other needed services to clients;
Provide individually tailored services to each client; housing placement, independent living skills, appointment escorts, home visits, and family counseling;
Aid clients in their homes and the community to allow them to participate safely and as independently as possible with dignity and respect;
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