Employment Opportunity

Job ID 24-047EJHS

Company Overview:

For over 75 years EJHS has provided holistic services and wraparound supports that address the root causes of crime and social disorder. By focusing on reintegration, acceptance and successful outcomes, we are building a safer, more harmonious community. We do this through release planning, housing support, employment transition, education, substance recovery, cultural support and more.

Edmonton John Howard Society strives to provide a meaningful work environment through the following: 

• Strong focus on employee wellness and work-life balance 
• Service recognition and employee awards 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Staff team building and appreciation days 
• Competitive health, dental and RRSP benefits 

We are a values-driven organization that supports clients from a strength-based approach.  If your values are aligned with our core values listed at: https://johnhoward.org/about-us/core-values, please consider joining our team.

Position Summary:

NOVA provides young people between the ages of 16 – 24, who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless with a safe, affordable, and supportive living environment. Operating primarily from a Harm Reduction philosophy, the program provides 20 beds as a low-barrier housing solution to those who are faced with multiple challenges. Caseworkers will work closely with the young person to identify goals, overcome barriers, and transition to a permanent housing solution.

Responsibilities:

• Support a caseload (maximum 6 youth) by; assisting in the development and revision of youth’s goal plans, facilitating service team meetings (when required), openly discussing current challenges, advocating to external service providers (educational, work placements, legal, medical, etc.), providing relevant referrals (housing, addictions, counseling, etc.).
• Build positive relationships/rapport with youth to encourage healthy lifestyle alternatives (through active, supportive listening).
• Participation in formal and informal programs to assist the client in learning life skills (relationship building, anger management, sexual health, financial management, food preparation etc.).
• Accept referrals and complete intake paperwork.
• Maintain the information in the agency database and participate in program evaluation and statistical information as required by the supervisor.
• Maintain daily records and documentation.
• Ensure residents are provided with adequate food in accordance with the Canada Food Guide
• Assist in maintaining a clean environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience working with marginalized populations.
• Strong understanding of Harm Reduction.
• Strong listening skills, relationship-building, mediation, and counselling skills.
• Must be self-directed, flexible, team orientated and able to follow directions.
• Able to follow the agency’s philosophy and core values. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Check, and Standard First Aid and CPR; acriminal record will not disqualify you from employment with us; we evaluate each application individually
• The hours for this position are Monday to Friday 7:00am – 3:00pm for two weeks and then 3:00pm – 11:00pm the following weeks
• This is a position that requires frequent standing, walking up and down stairs, and occasional lifting.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $51,000 to $60,180 annually.

Safety and harmony in our community.

Edmonton John Howard Society is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from people of Indigenous heritage, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.