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Human Resources Coordinator Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Location/s:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 90 Shuter Street / Hybrid&nbsp; Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time, Permanent&nbsp; Hours of Work:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm with some flexibility&nbsp; Start Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ASAP Salary:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To be discussed Submit Resume to:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:lavanya.sivakumar@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">lavanya.sivakumar@homesfirst.on.ca</a> APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “HRC -25” The Human Resources Coordinator supports HR programs and strategies by providing administrative support in all areas with a focus on recruitment, while ensuring adherence to the mission statement, policies and procedures of Homes First. Job Description:<ul><li>Assisting in the administration of all human resource systems &amp; programs.</li><li>Complete pre-screen phone interviews</li><li>Review resumes for qualifications and experience</li><li>Participate on interview panels</li><li>Creating and updating job postings, job descriptions and performance reviews.</li><li>Lending administrative assistance with the Relief Staff Shelter Training</li><li>Ensuring Dayforce completion status and onboarding paperwork is completed for all new relief staff.</li><li>Maintenance of employee records</li><li>Creating and updating forms</li><li>Creating and updating policies and procedures</li><li>Provide back up for other team members when away to support in all areas of HR</li><li>Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing</li><li>Excellent time management skills</li><li>Able to work independently and in inter-dependent teams</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Post-secondary education in human resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Previous experience in human resources or administration an asset</li><li>Knowledge of Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:lavanya.sivakumar@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">lavanya.sivakumar@homesfirst.on.ca</a>

Homes First

Human Resources Coordinator

Contract Enhanced Client Services Supervisor –&nbsp; Centralized Housing Help Worker Program (ECS-HH) Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time, Contract Hours of Work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, with one late evening (noon-8pm) required each week Contract duration: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Starting ASAP, 4-month contract; with possibility of an extension Submit Resume to:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; \The successful applicant will oversee the Centralized Housing Help Worker program and will be supporting a team of Housing Help workers to ensure that clients across the HFS portfolio are provided with the resources they need to help them achieve their housing goals.Applicants please quote ‘ECS-HH' The successful applicant will oversee the Centralized Housing Help Worker program and will be supporting a team of Housing Help workers to ensure that clients across the HFS portfolio are provided with the resources they need to help them achieve their housing goals.Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Supervise a unionized workforce within the context of the Collective Agreement.</li><li>Provide expertise and support to Housing Help Worker team.</li><li>Supervision and caseload management across the Centralized Housing Help Worker Program, including coordinating regular case conferencing</li><li>Knowledge of tenant population, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant laws, standards and guidelines; including the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Act and rental legislation in Ontario; Shelter Standards and Social Housing Reform Act</li><li>Develop and implement programs focused on the optimization and continuous improvement of the performances and practices</li><li>Manage employee performance and perform necessary administrative duties such as vacation planning, timekeeping, performance reviews, etc.</li><li>Implement and maintain a system for collecting relevant statistics needed for evaluations report and&nbsp;funding proposals</li><li>Manage city operated database and Homes First case management system</li><li>Ensure effective communications with other departments within Homes First Society as well as with external agencies</li><li>Prioritize and assign shift responsibilities and duties to team members</li><li>Oversee staff in developing individualized case plans with designated participants and help participants achieve their goals</li><li>Ensure that all documentation is completed to agency standards</li><li>Able to work occasional weekends and/or evenings, when required</li><li>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required.</li><li>Other responsibilities, as required</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Post-secondary education in related field or equivalent in education and experience</li><li>At least 3 years’ experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and dealing with addictions and mental illness.</li><li>At least 1 years’ experience supervising unionized staff.</li><li>Demonstrated experience performing assessment, advocacy, referral and case management&nbsp;functions and ability to effectively prioritize work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment</li><li>Excellent communication, organization and time management skills</li><li>Supervisory experience in a unionized setting an asset</li><li>Knowledge of relevant laws, standards and guidelines; including the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Act and rental legislation in Ontario.</li><li>Knowledge of resources and services available in the community</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and organization skills</li><li>Certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset</li><li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homeless Sector considered an asset.</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a>

Contract Enhanced Client Services Supervisor – Centralized Housing Help Worker Program (ECS-HH)

Shelter Supervisor near Yonge Street &amp; Finch Ave Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time, Permanent Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; near Yonge St and Finch Ave E Hours of work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wednesday to Sunday, 8am-4pm Start date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ASAP Submit Resume to: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a> APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “SS-W" Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support and supervise a unionized workforce within the context of the Collective Agreement.</li><li>Ability to communicate and assign job responsibilities and duties to frontline staff</li><li>Foster effective teamwork and a positive work environment by supporting staff development through guidance, motivation and training</li><li>Apply and assist in verbal de-escalation and crisis prevention strategies to effectively manage and defuse high-tension and potentially volatile situations</li><li>Contribute to staff support following serious incidents by raising awareness of available resources and promoting workplace wellness</li><li>Provide guidance and support to frontline shelter staff and community partners in accordance with Toronto Shelter Standards and Homes First policies and procedures.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with clients, community agencies, general public and/or staff to address service inquiries, request for information, and complaints.</li><li>Ensure appropriate records and controls are maintained with administration of transportation supports and managing shelter supply inventory.</li><li>Help support the implementation of program changes focused on the optimization and continuous improvement of the performances and practices related to shelter service delivery</li><li>Manage employee performance and perform necessary administrative duties such as vacation planning, timekeeping, performance reviews, etc.</li><li>Ensure effective communications with other departments within Homes First Society as well as with external agencies</li><li>Support with data collection, evaluation, and development</li><li>Ensure that all reports and documentation is completed to agency and Shelter Standards</li><li>Be able to work outside work hours when required</li><li>Willing and able to participate in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule and provide appropriate support to the calling site</li><li>Other duties as required</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Post-secondary education in related field or equivalent in education and experience</li><li>At least 3 years’ experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and dealing with addictions and mental illness.</li><li>At least 1 years’ experience supervising unionized staff.</li><li>Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment</li><li>Excellent communication, customer service and time management skills</li><li>Demonstrated interpersonal, decision making, conflict management, critical thinking, and organizational skills</li><li>Knowledge of relevant laws, standards and guidelines; including the Toronto Shelter Standards</li><li>Familiarity of the Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with 2SLGBTQ+ communities including demonstrated experience integrating anti-racism, anti-oppression and intersectional values and principles into daily practice</li><li>Ability to be self-directed, work independently and manage a varied workload.</li><li>Certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset</li><li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset </li><li>Demonstrated experience working with refugees and newcomers</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a>

Shelter Supervisor near Yonge Street & Finch Ave (SS-WW)

Contract Site Manager near 401 and Warden Ave Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time, Contract Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; near 401 and Warden Ave Hours of work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with flexibility Contract details:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; starting ASAP, 3-month contract Submit Resume to: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Applicants must quote “CSM-25” This role accomplishes Homes First Society objectives by managing day to day operations within the shelter program. Maintains community agency partnerships and oversees shelter service delivery to ensure high quality supports and programming. In addition, this role will adhere to the mission statement, policies, and procedures at Homes First Society. Job Description:<ul>	<li>Supports front-line operations team performance though staff development and performance reviews, guiding supervisors in managing a unionized workforce in alignment with Shelter policies and procedures, ensuring completion of required staff training, assigning duties and responsibilities, and clearly communicating job expectations</li>	<li>Creates and maintains positive relationships with relevant community agencies and government partners, including collaborating with other internal departments by providing support with partnership development, training, and support</li>	<li>Represents Homes First at future workshops, groups, stakeholder meetings, etc.</li>	<li>Identify program needs from input from clients, community agencies and staff, and engage staff and clients for input and feedback as it relates to shelter service delivery. Provides an overview of areas for improvement and support with creating solutions to ongoing challenges through evidence-based practices to Manager of Shelter Programs and Assistant Director of Shelters.</li>	<li>Monitors, adheres and ensures all services are provided in accordance with applicable legislation - Toronto Shelter Standards, Toronto Respite Standards, Collective Agreement and Homes First policies, procedures and guidelines.</li>	<li>Supports with data collection, evaluation, and development</li>	<li>Prepares and submits reports by required dates</li>	<li>Maintains inventory and orders supplies for the program as needed</li>	<li>Maintains both external and internal confidentiality</li>	<li>Works in collaboration with Managers of Programs, Assistant Director of Shelters, and Director of Shelters</li>	<li>Conducts regular team meetings and subsequently provide supports related to decision making and shelter service delivery improvements</li>	<li>Orients team members as needed</li>	<li>May be required to work outside of regular hours, including weekends</li>	<li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Qualifications: <ul>	<li>A degree in a relevant discipline equivalent to an undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in the field of social work/social services</li>	<li>At least four years’ experience working in community-based settings with homeless and marginalized individuals, including people who use illicit drugs</li>	<li>At least two years’ experience in a leadership role in a unionized environment</li>	<li>Strong communication skills with the ability to problem solve and provide support, including the ability to develop systemic solutions to how new and existing work is completed</li>	<li>Familiarity with facilitating trainings and groups</li>	<li>Knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), and Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).</li>	<li>Ability to work collaboratively within a team to integrate teams’ work with work of other teams and departments</li>	<li>Demonstrated ability to work with 2SLGBTQ+ communities including demonstrated experience integrating anti-racism, anti-oppression and intersectional values and principles into daily practice</li>	<li>Ability to be self-directed, work independently and manage a varied workload.</li>	<li>Demonstrated interpersonal, decision making, conflict management, critical thinking, and organizational skills</li>	<li>Highly developed understanding of and ability to communicate appropriate professional boundaries</li>	<li>Extensive experience with conflict resolution and well-developed de-escalation skills</li>	<li>Commitment to social justice principles and an understanding of the intersection of gender, race, sexuality, and class</li>	<li>Demonstrated experience with overdose prevention and response; as well as knowledge of applicable legislation and government policies as related to overdose and harm reduction services</li>	<li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset</li>	<li>Ability to develop and execute plans to achieve functional goals</li>	<li>Excellent customer service and written communication skills</li>	<li>Computer literacy, including the ability to access and use a variety of information system tools</li>	<li>Demonstrated experience working with refugees and newcomers</li>	<li>Other duties as required</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Contract Site Manager near 401 and Warden Ave (CSM-25)

Intensive Case Management Worker - Community Crisis &amp; Addictions Safety TeamMission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options.Position type:&nbsp;Full-time, PermanentLocation:&nbsp;Any Homes First Shelter Hours of Work:&nbsp;Monday to Friday, 12 pm to 8 pm Salary:&nbsp;$28.76/hour Submit Resume to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a> Applicants must quote “ICM-CAS” This position supports clients in crisis, who have addictions, and have mental health to access supports, de-escalate, and engage in harm reduction supports, while adhering to the mission statement and policies and procedures of Homes First Society.Job Description:<ul><li>Build working relationships with clients who have complex needs inside and outside the shelter.</li><li>Support clients living rough (living in encampments, tents, outside) and at the shelter with complex needs to access shelter services, harm reduction supports, and treatment access.</li><li>Support clients to develop harm reduction plans to support clients to utilize harm reduction techniques and technologies to mitigate overdoses.</li><li>Work in conjunction with safe supply clinics, pharmacies that administer safe supply, and primary care providers.</li><li>Work with support teams to help clients access shelters, services, resources, and housing.</li><li>Conduct perimeter walks around shelter(s).</li><li>As necessary accompany clients into the community to provide support and services.</li><li>Make referrals to the addictions, harm reduction, mental health, and physical health supports and services.</li><li>Provide harm reduction education to clients on individual and group basis.</li><li>Ensure that client information collected is shared with co-workers on the client services team to assist in determining the clients’ needs and developing crisis plans.</li><li>Complete and utilize assessment tools to gather information to inform the development of client support plans</li><li>Develop, implement and monitor individual client support plans and crisis plans for clients as required</li><li>Respond to conflicts, utilizing crisis intervention, and desecration, and prevention skills when required</li><li>Work from a Housing First, Harm Reduction, and Trauma informed care philosophy</li><li>Within your team, regularly visit clients and update assessments, support plans, and consents to support client harm reduction needs</li><li>Staff will be trained to respond to overdoses using oxygen, oximeters, intermuscular naloxone, and nasal naloxone.</li><li>Regularly complete client documentation, reports on clients, and providing data to complete reports</li><li>Other duties as required &nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Minimum one year experience in related post-secondary education, student placements, or equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Ability to compile information to complete reports</li><li>Demonstrated ability to utilize case management software systems</li><li>Highly development harm reduction skills</li><li>Experience with conflict resolution and negotiation skills</li><li>Knowledge of mental health and addiction issues and several years’ experience working with clients with these issues</li><li>Experience with individuals who lack primary health care and/or struggle to maintain medication regiments</li><li>Demonstrated experience with harm reduction approaches and knowledge of necessary information and referrals to allow individuals the option to adopt some of the approaches into their daily lives</li><li>Expertise in navigating the criminal justice system on all levels; court appearances, probation sentences, community legal clinics, and police departments an asset</li><li>Highly developed understanding of and ability to communication appropriate professional boundaries</li><li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector&nbsp;considered an asset</li><li>Knowledge of group processes/dynamics</li><li>Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office</li><li>Certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset</li><li>Ability to work evenings</li><li>Knowledge of and/or experience with the homeless population, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness</li><li>Able to lift 20 pounds</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted.AccommodationHomes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a>

Intensive Case Management Worker - Community Crisis & Addictions Safety Team

Harm Reduction Supervisor Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time, Permanent Reports to:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Manager of Harm Reduction Hours of Work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 5 days per week, flexible schedule (weekdays, evenings and weekends)&nbsp; Submit Resume to:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a> APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “HRS-2” Reporting to the Manager of Harm Reduction and working closely with the Housing/Shelter staff and other key stakeholders in the community, the Harm Reduction Supervisor is responsible for the development, coordination, and delivery of initiatives to enhance harm reduction methodology and practices at Homes First Society. The Harm Reduction Supervisor would ensure that the housing/ shelter staff are carrying out the principles of harm reduction in their work with clients. Homes First is working toward promoting an organizational culture that supports harm reduction philosophy, policies and practices through the implementation of harm reduction interventions. Job Description:<ul><li>Conducts needs assessments and provides coordination, planning, implementing and evaluation of data collected from multiple sources</li><li>Develop and monitor supplies and inventory management systems at Homes First sites</li><li>Maintain the policy and best practices/procedures of harm reduction</li><li>Educate and train staff around guidelines, procedures, and standards to promote consistent service and to ensure effective use of resources</li><li>Coordinate with HR on harm reduction training schedules for staff</li><li>Assist in the development and maintenance of Harm Reduction partnerships for all sites</li><li>Research and identify opportunities for Harm Reduction program funding in coordination with program development.</li><li>Development and implementation of new harm reduction programming</li><li>Develop harm reduction communication and messaging for staff and residents.</li><li>Serve as a central point of contact for Harm Reduction questions and concerns within Homes First.</li><li>Identify and recommend strategies to address overdose response, substance use and prevention including topics such as stigma, trauma, family inclusion and early intervention.</li><li>Support peer worker involvement in planning, implementation, and evaluation harm reduction initiatives.</li><li>Provide meaningful participation of people who use drugs in the creation of programming that serves them.</li><li>Participate in community networks and working groups as a representative of Homes First to work towards a larger impact in harm reduction in the homelessness sector</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal, communication and leadership skills</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships.</li><li>Good understanding of a wide variety of community agencies/resources and an ability to develop partnerships with community/service groups.</li><li>Able to be adaptable and flexible in a changing environment.</li><li>Excellent understanding and commitment to harm reduction practices and principles.</li><li>Awareness of and sensitivity to the health issues of a diverse community and experience working with marginalized populations.</li><li>Understanding of impacts of systemic oppression of marginalized individuals and communities.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>A degree in a relevant discipline equivalent to an undergraduate degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Promotion or Social Work or combination of education and experience.</li><li>At least two years’ experience working in community-based settings with homeless and marginalized individuals, including people who use illicit drugs.</li><li>Ability to be self-directed, work independently and manage a varied workload.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively within and across teams.</li><li>Ability to identify areas and processes that can be improved</li><li>Demonstrated interpersonal, decision making, conflict management, critical thinking, and organizational skills.</li><li>Demonstrated experience with overdose prevention and response; as well as knowledge of applicable legislation and government policies as related to overdose and harm reduction services.</li><li>Previous outreach experience is an asset.</li><li>Demonstrated project management skills.</li><li>Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent written and oral skills.</li><li>Computer literacy, including the ability to access and use a variety of information system tools to support the delivery of the project to do so at a sophisticated level.</li><li>Travel between Homes First sites and ability to work from home.</li><li>Able to lift boxes up to 25 lbs</li><li>Ability to work outside of regularly scheduled hours to accommodate activities such as training and education events.</li><li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homeless Sector considered an asset.</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society. Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.Please send your resume and cover letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a>

Harm Reduction Supervisor (HRS-2)

Overnight Community Shelter Worker at near Lakeshore Blvd W and Bathurst St&nbsp; (Bargaining Unit Position) Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time, Permanent Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 545 (coed) Hours of Work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12 am – 8 am Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $28.76 Submit Resume to: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca</a>Applicants please quote ‘CSW-ON’&nbsp;This position supports clients in their housing by assessing and supporting their needs and adhering to the mission statement and policies &amp; procedures of Homes First Society.Job Description:<ul>	<li>provide support to clients who are facing issues of poverty, mental health, addictions, abuse, social isolation and more</li>	<li>demonstrated ability to work with people with hoarding behaviours and who have mental health and addiction issues.</li>	<li>use case management as a tool to support residents in meeting their goals</li>	<li>provide support including work readiness, basic life management skills, anger management, addiction counseling, assertive communication, setting goals, giving and receiving feedback, self-esteem, conflict resolution, problem solving and managing change</li>	<li>apply knowledge of group processes and dynamics</li>	<li>apply knowledge of rental legislation in Ontario</li>	<li>use excellent organizational and time management skills</li>	<li>work independently and as part of a team</li>	<li>communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing</li>	<li>other duties as required.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul>	<li>post-secondary education or equivalent</li>	<li>several years of experience working with people who are homeless, under-housed and who are hard to house</li>	<li>knowledge of tenant population, diversity issues, anti-discrimination practices and systemic reasons for homelessness</li>	<li>excellent interpersonal skills</li>	<li>certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset</li>	<li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset</li>	<li>ability to work evenings</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Overnight Community Shelter Worker at near Lakeshore Blvd W and Bathurst St (CSW-ON)

Intensive Case Management Worker – Health Navigation near Lakeshore Blvd W and Bathurst St (Bargaining Unit Position) Mission Statement: Homes First Society develops and provides affordable, stable housing and support services to break the cycle of homelessness for people with the fewest housing options. Position type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full-time, Permanent Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lakeshore Blvd W and Bathurst St Hours of Work:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, with one late night required per week Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $28.76 Submit Resume to: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">ramya.rengaraman</a><a href="mailto:ramya.rengaraman@homesfirst.on.ca" target="_blank">@homesfirst.on.ca</a> APPLICANTS MUST QUOTE “HICM-25” This position supports the onsite health teams and connects residents to clinicians onsite and in the community to help residents benefit from medical care, while adhering to the mission statement and policies and procedures of Homes First Society. Job Responsibilities:<ul>	<li>Develop, implement and monitor individual case management plans and crisis plans in collaboration with for each client with other Intensive Case Management workers in your team.&nbsp;</li>	<li>Support the residents with daily needs;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Administrative tasks such as answering the phone, processing client intakes and discharges, and tracking statistical information;</li>	<li>Record client notes, intake forms, and discharge plans in accordance with Toronto Shelter Standards and HFS’s policies and procedures;</li>	<li>Ensure that data collected during intakes is shared with co-workers in your group to assist in determining the clients’ needs and developing a plan of action with the clients;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Provide appropriate referrals, information and advocacy to other support services to assist clients</li>	<li>Support medical community partners and services that come onsite to provide medical supports to clients</li>	<li>Schedule patients meeting based on Inter City Health Associates (ICHA) criteria</li>	<li>Input demographics and other required information for scheduled patients into the Electronic Medical Record OSCAR (EMR) as needed</li>	<li>Fax relevant clinical documents as required for the provision of the Services</li>	<li>Assist with follow up on referrals or tasks to support clients when needed</li>	<li>Complete and utilize assessment tools for the clients;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Within your team, regularly visit clients and update the assessment of support and stabilization needed;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries with clients, staff, and community partners and abide by all Homes First Society’s policies and procedures e.g. Anti-Harassment and Discrimination and the Staff Code of Conduct;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Apply crisis intervention and conflict resolution skills to prevent escalations</li>	<li>Work in accordance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Work with other Intensive Case Management Workers to develop and provide referrals for specialized supports to clients based on client’s goals, needs and choices;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul>	<li>Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Health Navigation.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul>	<li>Direct experience in a residential setting;</li>	<li>Experience working from a client-centred approach with chronically homeless adults including those who, come from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds, experience barriers to services due to physical and mental health, substance use, social isolation, abuse, sexual orientation, history in the criminal justice system, recent immigration, or who are transgender;</li>	<li>Experience with individuals who lack primary health care and/or struggle to maintain medication regiments;</li>	<li>Demonstrated experience with harm reduction approaches and knowledge of necessary information and referrals to allow individuals the option to adopt some of the approaches into their daily lives;</li>	<li>Possess strong written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills</li>	<li>Excellent assessment, informal counselling, analytical, and group facilitation skills;</li>	<li>Highly developed ability to plan and prioritize work, while remaining adaptable and flexible;</li>	<li>Possess strong skills in crisis intervention, and conflict resolution</li>	<li>Problem solving and decision-making skills under pressure; able to create and implement creative solutions;</li>	<li>Knowledge and awareness of the housing first approach;</li>	<li>Extensive knowledge of community-based resources for low-income people;</li>	<li>Ability to network with external agency staff to meet client needs;</li>	<li>Ability to work productively within a team setting and also independently;</li>	<li>Ability to constructively give and receive feedback;</li>	<li>Well-developed interpersonal skills that will produce effective and productive relationships with the residents, community, external agencies and staff of HFS;</li>	<li>Demonstrated ability to utilize case management software systems;</li>	<li>Highly developed case management skills;</li>	<li>Possess strong organizational and administrative skills;</li>	<li>Knowledge of after-hour services in the GTA;</li>	<li>Literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows;</li>	<li>Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record OSCAR (EMR) an asset;</li>	<li>Certificates in First Aid, CPR, Crisis Prevention and Intervention an asset;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Certificate of Completion of Homelessness Learning Hub’s Harm Reduction for the Homelessness Sector considered an asset</li>	<li>Able to lift 20 pounds.</li></ul>Working in an environment where there may be smoke is required. The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check that is satisfactory to Homes First Society Homes First Society is an equal opportunity employer Please no phone calls, only those people selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation: Homes First is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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