Ville : British Columbia

Catégorie : Other

Industrie : Real estate and rental and leasing

Employeur : BC Housing

ACCESS & ASSESSMENT COORDINATOR:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Access & Assessment Coordinator leads the planning and implementation of the Coordinated Access and Assessment (CAA) initiative at the community level, working closely with community partners in housing the homeless, hard-to-house or those with multiple barriers in appropriate placements along the housing continuum. He/She/They are responsible for conducting assessments of applicants through the Supported Housing Registry, assigning applicants to specific programs and vacancies and works with a variety of stakeholders to improve coordination and service quality in the homeless serving sector.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
• Minimum four years progressively more complex and responsible work experience in community settings, working with homeless populations or other diverse populations with complex social and/or health care needs and/or behavioural issues.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.
• As a condition of initial and ongoing employment with BC Housing, the incumbent must maintain current registration with the appropriate professional certifying body relating to their credentials that is acceptable to the employer.
• Criminal Record Check required.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the different types of mental health and/or addiction housing models.
• Sound knowledge of BC Housing’s programs and services relating to homelessness.
• Sound knowledge of current social issues including homelessness, mental illness, drug addiction, domestic violence, child protection and ageing.
• Excellent knowledge and skills in psychosocial rehabilitation and Housing First principles.
• Sound knowledge of government and non-profit agencies in the community served, and the role of community health resources and other social services.
• Sound knowledge of the signs and symptoms of common medical and psychiatric conditions, substance abuse and the different types of treatment programs for substance abuse.
• Intermediate level skills with computer applications and software including MS Office applications and knowledge of complex database structures.
• Demonstrated negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop positive working relationships with other agencies and services providers.
• Proven strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to present program information, deliver training programs and work collaboratively with a variety of community stakeholders.
• Ability to provide critical event stress management and defusing services to individuals following a traumatic event.
• Ability to provide consultation services, crisis intervention and initiate/coordinate referrals to external agencies for services.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment; proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Requires travel and to work periodic evenings; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the position. For positions outside of the Lower Mainland, extensive travel required. Valid BC Driver’s License required.

• Please Note: Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment.