Initial Assessment & Planning Worker - Housing Pathways Prisons
Core
Conduct housing assessments and develop tailored support plans for people in custody at risk of homelessness upon release.
Role type
Case manager / Housing Pathways Worker
Builds
Housing support plans and community reintegration pathways for vulnerable individuals
Domain
Social services / Housing / Justice system
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Case management, housing assessment, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, knowledge of homelessness systems, trauma-informed practice
Preferred skills
Experience in correctional settings, knowledge of the justice system, tertiary qualification in Social Work or Community Services
Responsibilities
Conduct housing assessments, provide housing information and referrals, support clients to maintain tenancies, connect clients with community supports, administer financial assistance, build partnerships with housing providers and correctional facilities
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC