Hoarding Specialist

at  SHIPSHEY

About the Job:
Hoarding Specialist will be responsible for supporting clients experiencing persistent difficulty getting rid of or parting with possessions which may lead to unhealthy disruptions in their daily living or working spaces.They will be a resource to staff and an advocate to clients in their comprehensive understanding of hoarding management and the impact hoarding might have on mental health and physical well-being. Their main goal is to ensure that clients receive the best support possible to enable them to access and achieve independence in their homes and daily activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Hours are typically from Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm but may vary depending on client needs
• Average amount of physical effort is required.
• Able to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
• Able to answer and communicate telephone calls and general computer use
• Able to lift up to 20lbs (product, documents, etc.)
• Vehicle travel to sites for visits/walk-throughs and open doors as required

ABOUT US

Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a Provincial leader in the broader public sector that builds strategic partnerships and programs that support the fundamental rights for Housing and Health Services throughout the Peel Region, Dufferin County, Region of Waterloo and surrounding areas.
Our commitment to increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness is at the forefront of every employee we hire. We value compassion, hope, inclusiveness, respect, and professionalism.
Our organization has supported the region for over 35 years and employs over 300 passionately engaged employees ranging from office administration, nurses, and service health specialists to housing specialists all dedicated to the community, clients, and families.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Social Services, Health Services, or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience providing support to individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorders
• Demonstrated knowledge of serious mental illness, concurrent disorders, and/or dual diagnosis, and experience with intake services
• Excellent assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention
• Expertise in collaboration with healthcare services
• Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance coverage
• Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
• Training in ASIST and CP

• Provide advanced behavioral health interventions through individualized assessments, crisis planning, and counselling
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate hoarding related treatment plans
• Use standardized assessment tools within a community setting
• Communicate risk assessments and contingency plans
• Assist with activities of daily living and provide conflict resolution
• Provide service co-ordination and client advocacy
• Coordinate resources and support landlord/tenant relationships
• Stay up to date with best practices and emerging trends in hoarding service delivery
• Collaborate between services by providing expertise, guidance, and consultation with colleagues
• Assist clients in developing and maintaining community supports and social skills necessary to maintain independency in the community
• Refer to partnering organizations and provide linkages to community supports
• Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of client-centered care into daily responsibilities
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values
• Ensure appropriate records are kept and ensure that statistical information is maintained as per agency standards
• Adhere to agency Health & Safety Program and the Client Safety Framework in the promotion of client safety
• Perform additional duties as required/delegated by Management

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Social Services, Health Services, or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience providing support to individuals with obsessive-compulsive personality disorders
• Demonstrated knowledge of serious mental illness, concurrent disorders, and/or dual diagnosis, and experience with intake services
• Excellent assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention
• Expertise in collaboration with healthcare services
• Knowledge of MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and adequate insurance coverage
• Valid Certification in First Aid & CPR
• Training in ASIST and CPI