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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 team (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment) as a Housing Support Worker | Trustee, for a contract position with possibility for renewal.

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

LOCATION: Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia   

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, February 24, 2023

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.   

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.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The key responsibilities include serving the portfolio and program’s clients, supporting day-to-day operations, and collaborating with CMHA staff and community groups; and includes but is not limited to the following: 

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

A valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License and access to a vehicle is required. Reimbursement will be paid at a per/kilometer rate. 

EQUIPMENT: The employer will provide necessary office equipment for the employee’s use while employed with CMHA NS. 

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

QUALIFICATIONS:  [No candidate will meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you.] 

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 stating why this is the position for you no later than 5 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2023. Click HERE to submit your resume and cv.

We thank you for your interest and please note that only those identified for an interview will be contacted.  

CMHA NS is committed to reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work. As such, we encourage applications from Black, racialized and Indigenous Peoples, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you are a member of a group that has been historically excluded from opportunities, we encourage you to self-identify in your cover letter or resume and to share your pronouns. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and accommodating those with disabilities at any stage of the hiring process.         


ABOUT CMHA NS: Founded in 1908, CMHA NS is the most established, most extensive community mental health organization in Canada. Through a presence in 36 communities across the province, CMHA NS provides advocacy and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all Nova Scotians to flourish and thrive. Today, the importance of our mental health advocacy work in combination with new energy and direction of our organization makes CMHA-NS a dynamic employer of choice 

OUR CULTURE: We nurture a culture grounded in curiosity, learning and building trust-based relationships. We are committed to advancing our JEDDI work (Justice, Equity, Decolonization, Diversity and Inclusion) at the individual, organizational and community level.  Our team values are – Compassion, Connection, Authenticity, Hope and Growth.  We embed these values in the work we do in community every day.  

   

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