Job Description

GEF Seniors Housing is the largest provider of affordable supportive housing for low to moderate income seniors in Alberta. As a leading provider of safe, affordable, quality accommodations, we offer competitive salaries and excellent working conditions for our team of employees, and the opportunity to positively contribute to our clients’ quality of life.
Details: Full Time, Days, 37.50 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 4:00PM
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience
Locations: Central Services, 14220 - 109 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5N 4B3, and various locations throughout Edmonton (travel between other GEF sites may be required, mileage paid)
Typical Duties: The Outreach Support Worker (OSW) will report to the Community Support Manager and be responsible for providing a range of supports to residents and tenants living in the GEF communities, who are experiencing a range of challenges, concerns and transitions. The OSW works closely with seniors to identify their service needs, build capacity and connect them with relevant agencies and resources.
• Work with seniors to identify their support needs and develop a plan to help them to connect or self-advocate for access to necessary services and resources.
• Help in the development of positive, supportive relationships between seniors and their GEF communities.
• Maintain positive working relationships with other community support agencies and social service providers to ensure seniors receive required comprehensive support.
• Work collaboratively with Client Services Team to determine each senior individual needs and situational requirements to support tenancy their quality of life.
• Provide ongoing support, as needed, to seniors by building strong relationships, making necessary adjustments to their service plans, and ensuring the provision of timely and effective support.
• Maintain accurate records of service delivery and ensure all necessary documentation is completed in a timely manner.
Experience/Education Preferences:
• Diploma or Degree in Human Services, Social Work, Human Ecology
• 2 – 4 years’ work experience is an asset
• Experience working with vulnerable seniors, families, or groups with complex needs is considered an asset
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal are required
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Teams, and Case Management Systems is required
Other Requirements:
• Must have a vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Positive client support skills including the ability to interact with seniors in a respectful, kind and compassionate manner.
• Ability to support seniors from diverse life circumstances, with a variety of challenges, and service support needs
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Keen understanding of the systemic barriers faced by vulnerable populations
• Strong advocacy and conflict resolution skills with a flexible and collaborative approach
• Strong case management skills
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision, collaborate with and support peers, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to different work environments.
What We Offer:
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:
▪ Medical and Dental Coverage
▪ Health Spending Account
▪ Disability Insurance
▪ Life Insurance
• Participation in the LAPP Pension Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Training, including Health & Safety certification and hands-on, role-specific learning
• Company-covered Criminal Record Check
Internal applicants: Please advise your supervisor or manager of your intent to apply and apply via Dayforce careers.

This job competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal records check.