JOB TITLE: Temporary Community Development Worker
REPORTS TO: Manager of Community Engagement
COMPETITION NUMBER: 2024-21
Salary Range: $31.29 – $35.60 per hour
Hiring range: $31.29 per hour
POSTING DATE: August 29, 2024
CLOSING Date: september 12, 2024
This posting is for one (1) temporary FULL-TIME position for up to twelve (12) months.
Community Development Workers support and coordinate processes, leading to strong communities where citizens are empowered to seek out opportunities to enhance their lives and impact their LMCH community.
Who We Are: London & Middlesex Community Housing (LMCH) provides 3,282 housing units across 32 properties to more than 5,000 people. Those who call LMCH home are a diverse cross-section of individuals including families, seniors, adults, and new Canadians, all of whom are living with limited income. At LMCH, we believe that housing is the foundation of a better tomorrow.
Mission: To provide clean, safe and well-maintained homes, to meet the needs of the people we serve in our communities.
Vision: To build inclusive communities where safe, affordable, and accessible housing is the foundation for positive change.
LMCH Values:
To Collaborate
To be Accountable
To be Responsive
To promote Equity
1. PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Reporting to the Manger of Community Engagement, the Community Development Worker will utilize an asset-based community development approach to empower, engage, and support tenants to effect change within their communities.
Community Development Workers understand the importance of taking on a new role, being changemakers and investing in people through community, connection, and collaboration. Utilizing an asset community-based approach, Community Development Workers incorporate a realistic understanding of tenants’ complex and diverse needs, and meeting them where they are, in a non-judgmental, inclusive, open minded, authentic approach.
2. KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team with demonstrated flexibility in adapting to job demands and a dynamic work environment
· Tenant engagement, outreach, and support
· Conduct community mapping of tenant assets and needs. Document, analyze, and interpret data gathered to inform community development initiatives.
· Create and co-create community development initiatives
· Community partner liaison
· Complete reports and stats as required
· Participate in meetings, working groups, committees
· Prepare and submit funding proposals
· Act as the field instructor for BSW students as required
· Provide support for LMCH led initiatives, projects, and events as required
· Other duties as assigned
2. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & QUALIFICATIONS:
· College diploma or university degree in a relevant social services field
· Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a social services field
· Demonstrated experience with community development initiatives
· Demonstrated experience in organizing, promoting, and facilitating special events.
· Experience working with marginalized individuals
· Working knowledge of asset-based community development values and principals
· Working knowledge of harm reduction and low-barrier services
· Working knowledge of community support agencies and resources
· Training in non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, trauma informed care and mental health first aid considered an asset.
· Well-developed interpersonal skills and conflict resolution skills
· Ability to successfully navigate a dynamic working environment
· Demonstrated initiative and positive working relationships
· Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
· Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting demands
· Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
· Proven computer skills, including MS Word, Excel & Outlook
· Ability to work a flexible schedule when required on occasion
· Must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a reliable vehicle and carry adequate insurance
3. WE CARE PHILOSOPHY:
The incumbent contributes and supports the overall culture and working environment of the agency by:
· Having a working knowledge of cultural, social, and demographic patterns relating to vulnerable priority populations.
· Knowledge of and committing to harm reduction and low barrier service, as well as non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, and supporting citizens.
· Committing to work in an interdisciplinary, diverse setting.
· Understanding of and sensitivity towards the belief systems of other groups, the complexity of those facing poverty, and their individual unique strengths and needs.
· Commitment to non-violent crisis intervention, de-escalation, and supporting citizens.
· Setting an example of strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
· Demonstrating knowledge and valuing of citizen’s life situation. (repetitive)
· Working with diverse communities with sensitivity, creativity, innovation, language, and cultural understanding in a non-judgmental manner.
4. POLICE RECORDS CHECK and VULNERABLE POSITION SCREENING:
This position requires the successful candidate submit a current Police Records check and Vulnerable Sector Screening from their local police service. A current LMCH employee who is the successful candidate for this position must also provide this document unless it is already on file and not more than one year old.
5. SALARY & BENEFITS, AND HOURS OF WORK:
Hourly wage range of $31.29 - $35.60. You will receive 4% in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay on each pay.
Normal working hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30PM, Monday to Friday, with some work required outside of this schedule from time to time.
WHAT’S NEXT:
Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and cover letter to determine if your skills and experience match the qualifications for the role.
If you move forward, the process may include an interview, written/practical test, and reference check.
Here's your chance to bring your knowledge and expertise to our team and contribute to providing better homes and better neighbourhoods. When submitting your cover letter and resume, be sure to tell us about your skills and qualifications that are a match to those specified in the job posting.
A cover letter and resume must be received by 4:30pm, September 12, 2024.
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Please send your cover letter and resume to the attention of:
Spencer Harrold
Human Resources Assistant
London & Middlesex Community Housing
1299 Oxford Street East, Unit 5C5 London, ON, N5Y 4W5
E-mail: [email protected]
London & Middlesex Community Housing (LMCH) is committed to equity in employment. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please advise if you require an accommodation during the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in London & Middlesex Community Housing!
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: From $31.29 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- working in social services: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- G2 or G Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-09-12
