EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY | CMHA-Edmonton www.cmha-edmonton.ab.ca
| | Position: Manager Housing
Services and Peer Support | Terms: Permanent
Full-time | Closing Date: Open
until a suitable candidate is found.
About: CMHA-Edmonton is a
non-profit organization that envisions mentally healthy people in caring
communities. We increase awareness and understanding of mental health, mental
illness, recovery, and suicide prevention through education. We support the
resilience and recovery of people in distress including those affected by
mental illness or suicide by providing crisis intervention; safe, long-term and
affordable housing; Recovery College; peer connections; suicide grief and
family support; advocacy and wayfinding; and providing opportunities to improve
your wellness. Join us and make a difference in the lives of individuals and
families affected by mental illness and stressful situations including abuse,
violence, and suicide.
Position Abstract: Reporting to the
Director, Housing Services and Peer Support the Manager, Housing Services and
Peer Support is responsible for the day to day administration, coordination and
management of all CMHA-Edmonton owned and managed properties; The position
conducts property visits and inspections to ensure that all housing properties
are safe, secure and that all local building and health codes are adhered to.
It investigates and resolves tenant occupancy issues including dealing with
complaints, inquiries and maintenance matters and assists tenants to resolve
issues as appropriate. Additionally, the Manager, Housing Services and
Peer Support is responsible for the implementation of peer support services
that foster long term tenancy, mental health recovery and community
integration, in particular the oversight of Recovery College and Peer
Connections.
Qualifications/Experience: Post-secondary
school Diploma in a related field (e.g. Business Administration, etc.); Minimum
of 5 years of experience as a property manager, including activities associated
with: budget development, financial management, understanding and applying
relevant acts & legislation; Valid Class 5 Drivers License; Acceptable
Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Intervention Record
Check.
Skills/Abilities: Strong
interpersonal, verbal|written communication skills including an ability to
respond appropriately with conflict resolution skills in difficult situations; Ability
to understand mechanical & technical issues associated with property
management; Solid business acumen and ability to respond to situations with
astuteness and composure; Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work
independently and operate effectively in a complex multi-program environment; Demonstrated
abilities in project management, financial management, project delivery & evaluation;
Superior organizational, time management|problem-solving skills; Demonstrated understanding
of mental health; mental illness & recovery; information & referral
services; crisis intervention; recovery-oriented practice & trauma informed
care; Skills & experience with the use of YARDI; Ability to effectively use MS
Office. > TO APPLY: Submit CV & cover
letter in confidence to: hr@cmha-edmonton.ab.ca |
