Housing Solutions Coordinator

Kenora District Services Board is hiring a Housing Solutions Coordinator! For more information about this LEAP posting please see the details below!

Situated along the Trans-Canada Highway between the neighboring city centers of Winnipeg and Thunder Bay, the District of Kenora comprises several communities in Northwestern Ontario, offering an experience in nature like no other. With its main administration office in Dryden and other office locations and ambulance bases across the District, the Kenora District Services Board (KDSB) is the integrated service delivery agency dedicated to improving everyday lives through early learning and care, housing, paramedic, and social services.

 

Through our continued growth, we are currently seeking to hire a Regular, Full-Time Housing Solutions Coordinator located in Kenora, Ontario, to join our Integrated Social Services (ISS) team. Our employees enjoy a healthy work environment, professional development, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

 

Reporting to the Housing Solutions Manager, the Housing Solutions Coordinator is responsible for the delivery of Homelessness and Supportive Housing programs, ensuring high-quality and inclusive programming. Coordinate the planning, research, and implementation of housing solutions for the District of Kenora.

Employer Name: Kenora District Services Board
City: Red Lake
Province: ON
Postal Code: P9N 1T8
Application Deadline: January 2, 2025
Email: hr@kdsb.on.ca
Hours of Work: Full-time
Job Type: Full-Time
Wages: $74,905.69 - $85,956.00

Qualifications for this LEAP Job Posting:

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

  • Thorough knowledge of the KDSB Shelter Standards, Housing Solutions Network, Coordinated Access policies and directives, quality assurance standards, and all relevant legislation. Knowledge in financial management, human resources management, and the implementation and evaluation of program development.
  • Team building, analytical and problem solving, decision making, effective verbal and listening communications, stress management, and time management skills.
  • Sound work ethics, including being respectful, fair, consistent, compassionate, and understanding, with the ability to build self-esteem and motivate others to develop a positive working environment that fosters cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Demonstrate a high degree of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in dealing with sensitive matters.
  • The ability to communicate in a second language would be considered an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS WILL INCLUDE:

  • Successful completion of a Diploma or Degree in Social Services or a Business-related field from a recognized educational institution.
  • Two (2) years of related experience working in Social Services, with one (1) year of demonstrated leadership.
  • A valid Ontario Class G (or equivalent) driver’s license.
  • A current First Aid, including Infant/Child CPR.
  • An up-to-date Immunization records.
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • A satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check.
How To Apply to this LEAP Job Posting:

Along with an excellent benefits package and participation in the OMERS pension plan, we offer a salary ranging from $74,905.69 – $85,956.00 per annum (2024 rate, subject to change).

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by email, referencing the competition number in the subject line of the email, on or before January 2, 2025, at 4:00 pm local time to the:

Human Resources Department

Kenora District Services Board

Email: hr@kdsb.on.ca

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