The Mustard Seed
Are you looking to provide hope and wellbeing to the vulnerable population in the Red Deer community? The Mustard Seed is looking for a Wellness Advocate who is committed to helping people who are experiencing homelessness or poverty transition towards maintaining sustainable and healthy lifestyles by assisting them with system navigation and connecting them with both internal and external resources. This role will work closely with the Health and Wellness team to improve client’s quality of life by facilitating and advocating for them in a variety of different systems.
The barriers preventing people from transitioning out of poverty and homelessness are as unique as the individuals facing them. Our Wellness Advocate breaks down these barriers by meeting with clients to determine which programs and services best meet their needs. These health and wellness services include counselling; medical doctors and nurses; assistance with obtaining ID, employment, income support, and housing; community resources; drop-in programming; and much more.
Position Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Director of Health & Wellness
Location: Red Deer, AB
Qualifications And Skills
Advocate on behalf of people experiencing homelessness or poverty and empower them to work through challenges or navigate systems; including income support, housing, community resources, etc.
Provide clients with assistance completing medical and other paperwork
Help clients to obtain government-issued ID and status cards
Meet with new community participants who come into access the Community Support Centre, getting them referred as quickly as possible to internal and external resources as needed
Ensure clients accessed external resources by completing follow up with clients and agencies
Produce complete and up-to-date client files and enter data and notes into client care management system as needed
Demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
A post-secondary degree in Social Work, Social Services, Counselling, Psychology or equivalent
1-2 years’ experience in the homeless serving sector
Working understanding of vulnerable populations and the complexities of homelessness
Extensive understanding and knowledge of local community programs, services, and resources and of Alberta / Canada social support systems
Enthusiastic networking and relationship builder; strengthening existing partnerships with internal and external resources as well as developing new partnerships
Ability to work independently and well as part of a team
Well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite savvy (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and adept at learning and working with new technology, software, and databases
Willing to supervise practicum students in advocacy positions on an ongoing basis
WORKING CONDITIONS
Full-time position, 40 hours per week
An Employment Background Check is required
As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer
Your privacy is important to us. The information we collect is used solely for consideration for employment
Compensation & Benefits
The Mustard Seed offers a competitive compensation package including 100% employer paid extended health and dental benefits for staff and dependents, matching RRSP after one year of service, and wellness days.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Mustard Seed reserves the right to amend job advertisements. No phone calls please.
Are you looking to provide hope and wellbeing to the vulnerable population in the Red Deer community? The Mustard Seed is looking for a Wellness Advocate who is committed to helping people who are experiencing homelessness or poverty transition towards maintaining sustainable and healthy lifestyles by assisting them with system navigation and connecting them with both internal and external resources. This role will work closely with the Health and Wellness team to improve client’s quality of life by facilitating and advocating for them in a variety of different systems.
The barriers preventing people from transitioning out of poverty and homelessness are as unique as the individuals facing them. Our Wellness Advocate breaks down these barriers by meeting with clients to determine which programs and services best meet their needs. These health and wellness services include counselling; medical doctors and nurses; assistance with obtaining ID, employment, income support, and housing; community resources; drop-in programming; and much more.
Position Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Director of Health & Wellness
Location: Red Deer, AB
Qualifications And Skills
Advocate on behalf of people experiencing homelessness or poverty and empower them to work through challenges or navigate systems; including income support, housing, community resources, etc.
Provide clients with assistance completing medical and other paperwork
Help clients to obtain government-issued ID and status cards
Meet with new community participants who come into access the Community Support Centre, getting them referred as quickly as possible to internal and external resources as needed
Ensure clients accessed external resources by completing follow up with clients and agencies
Produce complete and up-to-date client files and enter data and notes into client care management system as needed
Demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
A post-secondary degree in Social Work, Social Services, Counselling, Psychology or equivalent
1-2 years’ experience in the homeless serving sector
Working understanding of vulnerable populations and the complexities of homelessness
Extensive understanding and knowledge of local community programs, services, and resources and of Alberta / Canada social support systems
Enthusiastic networking and relationship builder; strengthening existing partnerships with internal and external resources as well as developing new partnerships
Ability to work independently and well as part of a team
Well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite savvy (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and adept at learning and working with new technology, software, and databases
Willing to supervise practicum students in advocacy positions on an ongoing basis
WORKING CONDITIONS
Full-time position, 40 hours per week
An Employment Background Check is required
As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed
Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer
Your privacy is important to us. The information we collect is used solely for consideration for employment
Compensation & Benefits
The Mustard Seed offers a competitive compensation package including 100% employer paid extended health and dental benefits for staff and dependents, matching RRSP after one year of service, and wellness days.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Mustard Seed reserves the right to amend job advertisements. No phone calls please.
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