Thrive Housing Worker

Housing Worker

Location: Thrive Department, Onsite

Employment type: Full Time, Contract (6 Months)

Level: 7

Requisition Number: HSG-

Responsible for direct implementation of Covenant House philosophy, mission, and policies as they relate to residential care. This 24/7 role supports youth in finding and securing affordable housing, visiting apartments, coordinating furniture assistance, navigating welfare programs, and building a landlord pool.

• Direct implementation of Covenant House philosophy, mission statement and policies for disconnected, homeless and hard-to‑serve youth
• Complete a housing history and assessment with each youth
• Develop an appropriate housing plan (market rent apartments, co‑ops, or group homes) per Hostel Services guidelines
• Develop an appropriate discharge plan per Hostel Services guidelines
• Provide after‑care support for vulnerable youth through CSS drop‑in and home visiting
• Assist youth in selecting an appropriate roommate for shared accommodation
• Support youth during negotiations with landlords
• Provide eviction prevention to youth at risk of being evicted
• Assist youth in developing and following a housing budget
• Connect youth to life skills training via YIT supports or external referrals
• Assist youth in applying for community start‑up allowance from the welfare office
• Provide “hands on” support as requested by the Case Management Team (e.g., escorting youth to appointments)
• Assist youth in acquiring furniture, linen and kitchen utensils
• Liaise with other service providers and housing registries to identify suitable accommodation
• Find and secure new landlords in the community
• Other duties as assigned

• College or university degree or diploma in child and youth work or equivalent
• Minimum two years’ experience in a shelter or residential setting
• Knowledge of adolescent developmental theory and specific issues related to street youth
• First Aid, CPR and basic computer skills an asset
• Preference for candidates with housing and community resources experience; working knowledge of the Tenant Protection Act and the welfare system
• Excellent report‑writing skills and experience with statistical data collection
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledgeable in using ETO software and data entry
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license

• Meaningful work
• Competitive compensation
• Benefits:
  Health, Dental, Vision, Personal Days, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more
• Employee perks: discounts on gym membership, city bike rentals, auto & home insurance and more

July 10, 2026

At Covenant House Toronto we believe in a workplace culture that is welcoming, respectful and safe for all staff. It is critical to eliminate barriers and promote inclusion of equity groups. Equity groups include but are not limited to Indigenous persons, racialized people, gender diverse people, 2

SLGBTQIA+ people and persons with disabilities.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Covenant House Policy on Accommodation, requests for accommodation will be accepted as part of the recruitment process.