Housing Case Manager

WCYR•Newmarket, ON

1d•CA$62,000 - CA$65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

WCYR is seeking a Housing Case Manager who understands the impact of the broader social determinants of health on people’s ability to secure and retain housing and attend to their health and well-being. The Housing Case Manager will provide individual supports and short-term case management to community members who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing. The position requires the ability to facilitate community engagement and outreach, and create housing summits alongside community members, to better understand local needs, strengths and opportunities. The incumbent will work in Newmarket and across York Region.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree, preferrably BSW/MSW
Minimum 1 year case management/short term case management experience
Minimum 1 year related experience supporting people with housing needs
Knowledge and appreciation of housing issues in York Region
Knowledge of legislation and regulations including Residential Tenancies Act
Knowledge of eviction prevention strategies
Knowledge of community resources and demonstrated ability to search for applicable resources/information
Must be able to work in office and to commute across York Region
Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to work closely with clients and partner organizations
Problem solving skills in identifying and referring individuals to resources.

Responsibilities

Outreach and engage residents who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Support community members to access health and social services through a warm transfer process
Develop partnerships with service agencies, ensuring efficient and timely access to services
Provide short-term case management, and make referrals to support community members with housing retention
Compile reports on housing needs and community recommendations
Develop and maintain directory of available housing, supports, and services
Explore and help develop a roommate matching program for community members