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Housing Outreach Caseworker at The Calgary John Howard Society

Calgary, Alberta, Canada - Full Time

Skills Needed
Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Youth Support, System Navigation, Trauma Informed Care, Housing First, Recovery Focused Practices, Restorative Justice, Risk Assessment, Documentation, Advocacy, Problem Solving, Boundary Setting, Communication Skills, Life Skills Development

Specialization
Candidates must possess post-secondary education in a relevant discipline and at least two years of experience working with marginalized youth. A valid Class 5 Driver’s License, a reliable vehicle, and the ability to pass a criminal record and child intervention check are mandatory.

Experience Required
Minimum 2 year(s)

Billing Specialist at Aston Carter

Calgary, Alberta, Canada - Full Time

Skills Needed
Billing, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Attention To Detail, Accuracy, Microsoft Excel, Accounting Systems, Erp Software, Communication, Reconciliation, Month End Reporting, Discrepancy Resolution, Contract Alignment

Specialization
Candidates must possess 1 to 3+ years of experience in billing, invoicing, or accounts receivable, coupled with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting systems or ERP software is required, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Experience Required
Minimum 2 year(s)

Housing Outreach Caseworker at The Calgary John Howard Society

Calgary, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Crisis intervention, Youth support, System navigation, Trauma-informed care, Housing first, Recovery focused practices, Restorative justice, Risk assessment, Documentation, Advocacy, Problem-solving, Boundary setting, Communication skills, Life skills development

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Roofs for Youth – Housing Outreach Caseworker The Agency The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is a charity that reduces crime and makes Calgary communities safer by helping youth and adults make positive changes and move away from criminal behaviour. We do this by addressing the root causes of crime through housing, education, employment programs and support so that individuals have alternatives to breaking the law. CJHS is committed to restorative justice and an organizational environment that recognizes the dignity and worth of each person. CJHS values diversity and inclusion and welcomes qualified applicants from all walks of life. The Program The Roofs for Youth (R4Y) program is a Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) funded program that operates within the Calgary Homeless Serving System of Care (CHSSC) to provide support for youth at risk of, or experiencing homelessness aged 15 to 29 years old; helping them successfully develop their living skills, transition to adulthood, and meet their self-defined goals for independence. Youth are either justice system involved or at risk of justice system involvement, lack stable housing, and have identified the need for intensive case-management support. Youth receive a continuum of services from housing placement, support with justice system navigation, access to employment and employability skill development, educational opportunities, connections to natural supports, basic needs support, life skills development, and intensive community-based case management. R4Y strives to be collaborative both internally and externally in our relationships with the other agencies within the CHSSC and our youth's professional and natural supports. We value creativity, advocacy, and promoting a positive, supportive agency culture. The Outreach Casework Team supports up to 30 youth through intensive case management services in the Community and in subsidized market housing settings. The Position Reporting to the Team Lead, the Outreach Caseworker will be knowledgeable about the issues youth face in the cycle of homelessness and support youth to obtain housing, remain housed and successfully reintegrate into the community. The successful candidate will demonstrate a meaningful understanding of Natural Supports, Trauma-Informed, Housing First and Recovery Focused Practices. Areas of responsibility include: Creatively support a caseload of 10 community-based youth as they maintain independence by creating opportunities to support individualized goal setting and system navigation. Develop plans that support an increased knowledge of independent living skills through teachable moments and skill building while working collaboratively with Casework Team and CJHS internal programs. Navigate routine and crisis situations within a youth's life with a restorative approach. Create opportunities for youth to engage in programming, including recreational, educational, and community involvement. Complete documentation including referrals, assessments, crisis plans/risk assessments, case notes, and letters of support. Attend to team responsibilities in terms of participation, communication, and demonstrating a positive attitude. The full-time position requires: A valid Class 5 Driver’s License, A reliable vehicle Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline and two years of relevant experience working with the target population. Knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice System is an asset. The successful candidate will also have experience working with marginalized youth, supporting individuals with active addictions by maintaining strong boundaries, communication and relationship skills, crisis prevention and problem-solving skills. A current criminal record check (CPIC) and Child Intervention Check are required (within the past three months). Brain Story Certification considered an asset. Your past does not define your future. A criminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been found Location Calgary, Alberta Department Housing Employment Type Full Time Minimum Experience Mid-level

Responsibilities

The Outreach Caseworker provides intensive case management to youth experiencing homelessness, supporting them in obtaining housing and developing independent living skills. They navigate crisis situations, facilitate community engagement, and maintain detailed documentation regarding client progress and risk assessments.

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