Prevention Coordinator (Temporary Fixed Term)

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: Position Purpose summary: The Prevention Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to prevent Individuals entering homelessness, redirect individuals out of homelessness from all different living situations and preventing further entrenchment into homelessness. Accountabilities: Work with people who are homeless or near homeless to provide referrals and guidance to assist them in diverting from entering the shelter system Review referrals to determine if they meet the eligibility requirements of the program Provides emergency/crisis intervention and short-term case management Provide diversion and housing assessments to individuals accessing internal and external services focusing on those who are newly homeless or recently lost housing Develop individualized diversion and housing stabilization plans with clients Complete VI-SPDAT’s as needed Develop and maintain productive working relationships with program partners and other community agencies Serve as liaison between individuals and community Work with internal resources to provide assistance Provide advocation and referral support to other community agencies and services Enter all required information into HIFIS (Intakes, case notes, referrals, housing history, etc.) Assist in housing search when needed and secure safe and stable housing Participate in required meetings and trainings with The Salvation Army and the RMWB Conduct immediate and long-term follow up to ascertain the effectiveness of the program Transport Clients as required Perform other duties as directed by supervisor CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Governance Boards and Councils: Internal: Maintain communication with Team Lead Maintain communications with community individuals/caseload External: Maintain communication with community funders and other agencies or community supports MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY: Reports directly to: Team Lead FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT: WORKING CONDITIONS: 40 hours per week. Weekly schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm with a 1 hour paid meal break. Works in an office within the administrative office Meets one-on-one with Individuals in various locations throughout the region (If they cannot come to us). Some locations could potentially be a high-risk environment. May have to deal with aggressive and/or disruptive people. Potential of verbal, and less likely physical, attacks. May be exposed to infectious diseases The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. Education and Experience Qualifications: Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree or two-year Diploma/Certificate in a related field Two - five years’ experience working with homeless and near homeless adults Candidates without a degree but who have relevant and related experience will also be considered Satisfactory Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search Current First Aid Certificate with Level A or C CPR from an Alberta approved training provider Applied Suicided Intervention Skills Training considered an asset Non-Violent Crisis Intervention considered an asset Valid Class 5 licenses with clear driving abstract Provided proof of insurance with 2 million liability Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements Two – five years working within social services, housing first, detox, addiction treatment Centre’s, mental health programs with homeless and near homeless adults Ability to work with diverse groups Ability to work with individuals who present with addiction and mental health issues At least two years’ experience delivering community-based services Knowledge of evidence-based practices, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral techniques Experience networking with a range of partners and stakeholders Excellent knowledge and understanding of poverty-related issues, trends, and services, particularly within, but not limited to the urban Indigenous population Skills and Capabilities: Able to solve problems for clients quickly, creatively and ethically Able to work in a respectful and client-centered manner Understand how to apply de-escalation techniques Flexible and adaptable to change Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task Works with initiative, commitment and enthusiasm; physically fit Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint) Familiar with entering data into databases, such as the Efforts to Outcomes system This is a temporary Fixed Term Contract starting September 1, 2026 until March 31, 2027 Weekly scheduled hours:40 Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $26.76 to $33.45 with a maximum of $40.14. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

The Prevention Coordinator provides crisis intervention and case management to prevent homelessness and assist individuals in securing stable housing. They also maintain community partnerships and manage client data within the HIFIS system.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or a two-year diploma in a related field, along with two to five years of experience working with homeless or near-homeless populations. A valid Class 5 driver's license and a satisfactory Police Information Check are also required.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Data entryPreferred

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• Case management
• Crisis intervention
• Housing stabilization
• Motivational interviewing
• Cognitive behavioral techniques
• De-escalation techniques
• Data entry
• Networking
• Advocacy
• Referral support
• Client-centered care
• Problem solving
• Microsoft Office
• HIFIS
• Social services
• Influencing Skills
• De-escalation Techniques
• Influencing Without Authority
• Relationship Management
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Motivational Interviewing
• First Aid Certification
• Technical Leadership
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Mental Health
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Case Management
• Medical Records
• Social Work
• Communication
• Crisis Intervention
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Governance
• Infectious Diseases
• Materials Management
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multitasking
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Team Leadership
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented

• Social Services
• Administrative
• Prevention Coordinator
• Case Worker
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week