We’re Hiring: Project H.O.P.E

Apr 13, 2022

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is looking for a passionate and self-motivated individual to join the Project H.O.P.E [Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment] team for a six-month contract with possibility for renewal.

JOB POSTING: Housing Support Worker | Trustee, Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting directly to the Provincial Team Lead, the Housing Support Worker/Trustee works in collaboration with other Project H.O.P.E staff, the At-Work team and a broad range of community groups to help Nova Scotians who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, locate and secure safe, affordable housing. Successful candidates will bring the following attributes to the position: initiative, confidence, compassion, flexibility, creative decision making, solid judgement skills, persuasiveness, community knowledge, and strong boundary making skills. A criminal record and vulnerable sector check are also required.

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Job Posting – Housing Support Worker-Trustee 04/22

ABOUT PROJECT H.O.P.E: The Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment) team works with people in our community who have experienced homelessness, are currently homeless or are at risk of homelessness; while also experiencing mental wellness issues. People may self-refer or may be referred by community partners.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve the portfolio and program’s clients
• Support day-to-day operations
• Collaborate with CMHA staff and community groups

LOCATION: This position requires the individual to be based in Kings County, NS.

COMPENSATION:  Commensurate with experience. Range: $45,000-$50,000 (fair market value within the sector)

WORKING CONDITIONS: This is a term position, working from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday Friday (37.5 hours/week). This position functions in a combination of working in an office environment, working from home, and working in community with clients. Compensation: A flexible work environment and a workplace culture committed to personal well-being and psychological safety.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated understanding of mental wellness, and trauma informed care.
• Strong communication skills, including listening skills, and motivational interviewing, with the ability to advocate for clients and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a wide variety of environments such as offices, on the road, viewing apartments, and client’s dwellings. Not merely an office position.
• Ability to work with a diverse, marginalized, economically disadvantaged and occasionally challenging population.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing marginalization, mental wellness issues, or peer support training, is an asset.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Social Services / Mental Health sector or strong work history in these are areas are mandatory.

EQUIPMENT: The employer will provide necessary office equipment for the employee’s use while employed with CMHA NS Project HOPE. This includes a laptop computer, printer/scanner, and cell phone. A valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License and access to a vehicle is required.

Reimbursement will be paid at a per/kilometer rate.

ARE YOU A FIT? If you are interested in applying for the role, please submit a PDF copy of your resume along with a cover letter to Laurel Taylor, Provincial Team Lead, Project H.O.P.E by email at laurel.taylor@https://novascotia.cmha.ca by Friday, April 22, 2022.