LONDON CARES

If you have a passion for helping those who are most marginalized in our community, a career with London Cares may be a great fit for you!
London Cares Homeless Response Service is a not-for-profit agency aimed at building relationships and supporting those who are experiencing homelessness making it possible to help move some of the most vulnerable people in our community from street to home. Through a low barrier, compassionate approach we build relationships and are advocates for those we work with to build bridges and connections to the resources they need in support of their success and well-being.
London Cares offers employees a unique opportunity to be part of positive changes in our community to help solve the homelessness crisis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Post-Secondary education in the field of social work, human services, addictions, or mental health
· 2+ years of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness and vulnerable populations
· Complex case management experience
· Clear vulnerable police record check
· Valid Standard First Aid/CPR is a requirement of this position.
· A valid ‘G’ drivers license
· Training in non-violent crisis intervention and ASSIST considered an asset

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Demonstrated ability to apply a person-centered, strengths-based approach when working in the community with marginalized individuals who are experiencing homelessness with complex needs of untreated mental health, addictions, and trauma.
· Advanced skills in motivational interviewing and facilitating SMART goals
· A willingness to uphold a low-barrier approach and understanding of harm reduction and housing first principles.
· Strong advocacy and in-the-moment conflict resolution skills
· Knowledge of community resources in the City of London and system navigation will be an asset to this role.

In this role you will be a member of the Housing Stability Team reporting to the Housing Coordinator, or any other person as the Employer may assign from time to time and carry out such duties as assigned to you by the Employer.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
· Establish and maintain relationships with participants who have experienced homelessness through the delivery of in-home intensive, ongoing and collaborative case management services
· Support individuals and families to achieve stability in their home and community
· Help them to establish personal goals and support them to achieve those outcomes through regular communication, organizing meaningful daily activities, connecting them with other services (healthcare, addiction, trauma, employment, social, etc.), and creating proactive crisis support plans
· Prepare and plan for “homelessness proofing” by addressing indicators that may de-stabilize housing using a strengths-based approach
· Perform other related activities, as necessary or as assigned
You will be a strong candidate for this position should you possess the following: