Housing Support Worker

Full-Time: Permanent Part-Time (Guaranteed 20 hours/week)
Reports To: Homeward Bound Oakdale Supervisor/Manager

Housing Support Workers provide flexible, compassionate, person-centred housing support to clients as members of the Homeward Bound Oakdale team.

Qualifications:

Experience in human services, supported housing, or supporting individuals with disabilities and/or addictions.
Knowledge of Indigenous culture.
Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence and reliable transportation (required).
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Knowledge of person-centred, trauma-informed, and strength-based practices.
Successful Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks.

Benefits:

Paid vacation and sick time.
Health, dental, life insurance, and LTD benefits (cost shared).
5% matching pension.
Professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain client documentation, case notes, reports, and shift communication.
Provide transportation, outreach, case management, advocacy, and individualized client supports.
Assist clients with housing stability, independent living skills, budgeting, hygiene, appointments, home visits, and community integration.
Complete home inspections, develop case plans, and support person-centred planning.
Assist with meal preparation, recreation, grocery shopping, client finances, and program transitions.
Respond to emergencies, complete incident reports, and maintain a safe, clean environment.
Participate in mandatory training, team activities, and other duties as assigned.
Complete Payworks and documentation at the end of each shift.

Probation: All YWCA Prince Albert positions include a three-month probationary period.