PBSH Caseworker

Résumé du poste

As a PBSH Caseworker, you will work in a team-based model to provide individualized care and support clients in maintaining housing stability. You will promote harm reduction and housing-first philosophies while managing crises and advocating for vulnerable populations.

Détails du poste

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time (3 days on, 3 days off; 7pm–7am) Pay: $24.95 per hour, plus $2.00 premium during overnight hours About the Role Alpha House operates multiple Place-Based Supportive Housing (PBSH) programs across Calgary, focused on providing care to individuals with complex needs and supporting long-term housing stability. These programs are built on our core values—meeting participants where they are at, eliminating barriers to entry, and offering a safe, compassionate space to address addiction and mental health challenges. As a PBSH Caseworker, you’ll work in a team-based, case management model to help clients maintain housing and stability. You’ll provide individualized care while promoting harm reduction and housing-first philosophies in both word and action. This role requires strong crisis management, advocacy, and rapport-building skills, as well as a deep sense of empathy, respect, and ethical responsibility. About You We are looking for an experienced caseworker to join our PBSH program. The ideal candidate would have the following: * A minimum two-year diploma in Human Services (or related field) from a public post-secondary institution, or actively enrolled * Strong understanding of addiction, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and the housing-first model * Frontline experience supporting vulnerable populations, particularly those facing homelessness, addictions, or mental health challenges * High degree of empathy, compassion, and non-judgmental support for clients * Crisis management, de-escalation, and conflict resolution skills * Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills * Technologically proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook * Able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy standards * A team player with the ability to work independently * Flexible, resourceful, and adaptable * Familiarity with the Protection of Persons in Care Act * Class 5 (Non GDL) driver license, clear five year driver's abstract, & three years of driving experience * Be able to physically assist clients from prone to sitting or standing, and vice versa * Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Search, valid within the last six months, that does not contain any results material to the position * Ability to complete POPA, ATIA & Lift training About Alpha House Alpha House is dedicated to providing safe, caring, and respectful environments for individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. Our team is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those we serve, offering comprehensive support and resources to help individuals on their journey to recovery and stability. We believe in meeting people where they are at and offering practical, compassionate, and professional support throughout their journey. Benefits of working at Alpha House * Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations * Medical and Dental Benefits after six months of continuous work * Personal Development and training opportunities If this role sounds like something you are interested in, we urge you to apply!

Ce que vous ferez

As a PBSH Caseworker, you will work in a team-based model to provide individualized care and support clients in maintaining housing stability. You will promote harm reduction and housing-first philosophies while managing crises and advocating for vulnerable populations.

Exigences

Candidates must have a minimum two-year diploma in Human Services or a related field and experience supporting vulnerable populations. You must also possess strong crisis management skills, a valid Class 5 driver's license, and the ability to perform physical tasks like assisting clients.

Avantages

• Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Personal development opportunities • Training opportunities

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• case management · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Word · Souhaitée
• crisis management · Souhaitée
• Conflict Resolution · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Outlook · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Case management
• Crisis management
• Harm reduction
• Trauma-informed care
• Housing-first model
• Advocacy
• Rapport-building
• De-escalation
• Conflict resolution
• Communication
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Confidentiality
• Empathy
• Resourcefulness
• Rapport Building
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• De-escalation Techniques
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Compassion
• Mental Health
• Case Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Crisis Management
• Human Services
• Interpersonal Communications
• Supportive Housing
• Time Management

Domaines d’emploi

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Caseworker
• Case Worker
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers