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ShelterCare Housing Support Worker
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Toronto, Ontario, M3C 0C1, Canada
Listed on 2026-11-01
Listing for:
House of Friendship of Kitchener
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-11-01
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Community Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work, Crisis Counselor, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Support men experiencing homelessness as a Shelter Care Support Worker with House of Friendship during Monday-to-Friday evening shifts. Use trauma-informed, person-centered support.
This six-month contract supports Shelter Care, a 24/7 program offering integrated housing and health supports. Work within an interdisciplinary team to help participants secure permanent housing, improve wellness, and build life skills. Apply housing-first and harm-reduction approaches while supporting program coverage at the Safer Use program when needed.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop personalized housing plans with shelter participants
- Conduct intake conversations and program orientations
- Build rapport through life-skills support and floor tasks
- Respond to crises and coordinate emergency services
- Document support notes, daylogs, and HIFIS data
- Two-year related post-secondary education
- Experience providing individualized support services
- Experience with homelessness, mental health, addictions, or trauma
- Strong communication and relationship management skills
- Calm, collaborative crisis-response abilities
Bring housing support, crisis response, and trauma-informed practice to Shelter Care participants during evening service hours.
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