Job Opportunities Encampment Response Houselessness Advisor 2822
Job Opportunities Encampment Response Houselessness Advisor 2822
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Job Description
Job ID:2822
Openings:1
Jurisdiction:Civic Middle Management
Division:Indigenous Relations & Community Development
Branch:Community Wellbeing
Location Name: Regina Saskatchewan CA
Type of Posting:Internal & External
Employment Type:Term
Hourly Salary: $39.44 $49.322024 Rates)
Annual Salary:$75197.00$89286.002024 Rates)
Date Posted: April 15 2025
Closing Date:April 24 2025
Land Acknowledgement
We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree Saulteaux Dakota Nakota Lakota and Mtis Nation honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.
Equity Diversity & Inclusion
The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful collaborative inclusive and barrierfree workplace allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates including Indigenous peoples people of color 2SLGBTQIAP individuals of all genders persons of disabilities and members of equityseeking communities to apply.
The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process please inform our Talent teamand well collaborate with you to address your requirements.
Position Summary
Using a community development approach this position leads develops coordinates and facilitates strategies partnerships programs and services related to houselessness and dignified encampment response. It is responsible for leading community engagement activities and providing consulting services to a variety of communitybased organizations stakeholders and partners to identify needs and the appropriate responses to houselessness encampments in the City of Regina.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide guidance and advice on municipal policies strategies and programs that address houselessness and encampment responses.
- Identify community needs and facilitate the planning and delivery of services that support individuals facing housing instability.
- Lead public consultations and analyze social trends related to houselessness and housing barriers.
- Support the development of long and shortterm plans aligned with the Plan to End Homelessness and related housing strategies.
- Build and negotiate partnerships with community organizations to strengthen encampment responses and housing supports.
- Facilitate communitybased solutions that promote safety inclusion and wellbeing for all residents regardless of background or economic status.
- Recruit train schedule and supervise staff as required.
- Develop policies and procedures to enhance the delivery of community programs and investments for vulnerable populations.
- Represent the Indigenous Relations Department on interagency planning bodies and working groups dedicated to supporting those experiencing houselessness.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications
- A fouryear University Degree in Social Work Social Sciences or a related field.
- Minimum of three 3 years of experience in community engagement program or policy development or direct work with organizations supporting houseless individuals.
- Strong knowledge of needs assessment strategic planning and community development practices.
- Demonstrated experience leading community engagement and facilitation processes.
- Understanding of group dynamics participation processes and project management principles.
- Familiarity with local social issues especially those related to houselessness housing barriers and community wellbeing.
- Proven ability to analyze information solve problems and negotiate agreements that support community interests.
- Excellent communication skills for public presentations written reports and training materials.
- Strong relationshipbuilding abilities with experience working collaboratively across organizations community groups and public sectors.
Working/Other Conditions
- Must have the ability to travel throughout Regina and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required.
Additional Requirements:
- Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Reginas Criminal Record Check Policy.
- Proof of education is required.
- Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies skills and knowledge.
At City of Regina we offer competitive compensation health and wellness benefits and growth through educational support and inhouse courses. If youre passionate about public service and making a difference apply now!
For detailed job descriptions CBAs and application tips visit our Applicant & Job Resources page.
Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Advisor
