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The Supportive Housing Advisor administers funding and reviews the effectiveness of Non-Profit Societies responsible for the delivery of housing and support programs. He/She/They approves significant operating budgets that often includes multiple funding sources including health authorities, other provincial organizations, private sector philanthropy and the federal government. He/She/They makes recommendations regarding program implementation and provides a high degree of financial oversight and risk mitigation.  The role provides housing program expertise through a collaborative approach that recognizes and adapts to the expertise and capacity of a range of service providers. The position builds and facilitates strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders and provides vision, advice, and leadership as a partner and advisor in achieving the Non-Profit provider’s mandate and BC Housing’s objectives. Responsibilities are performed in an environment that involves multiple stakeholders including a range of private and nonprofit advocacy groups as well as municipal, provincial, private sector and federal agencies with a range of agendas and special interests.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or other relevant discipline, including university level courses in non-profit society management and/or social service delivery. 
• Extensive experience at a senior level in: Non-profit society management and/or in the delivery of social services and community-based programs, supporting populations who are homeless and/or live with mental health and addiction issues, developing partner/stakeholder relationships and providing consultation to not-for-profit Boards and Executive regarding business and program management, and negotiation and management of contracts for service. 
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer. 
• Criminal Record Check required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophies, principles, practices and standards associated with the delivery of government social and regulatory programs by non-profit societies and contracted community service providers.
• Considerable knowledge of current social issues facing tenant populations, including homelessness, mental illness, drug addiction, domestic violence, child protection and ageing.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of BC Housing’s mandate, programs and policies in delivering social housing and social services to the vulnerable.
• Considerable and broad cross-functional knowledge and understanding of non-profit society governance, operation, budgeting, maintenance, administration, procurement, contracting and staffing.
• Sound knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act, Societies Act, the Co–op Housing Act and the Community Care and Assisted Living Act. 
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the risks associated with housing vulnerable tenants and ability to work closely with service providers in mitigating risk.
• Sound knowledge of building structures and systems and ability to recognize deficiencies. 
• Considerable knowledge of budgeting and contracting practices, and ability to assess audited financial statements.
• Strong consultative, facilitation, consensus building, negotiation, mediation, influencing and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, conceptual, analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with computer applications and databases. 
• Ability to understand, analyse, and apply a broad range of Program Agreements and project-specific Operating Agreements. 
• Ability to strategize, plan, coordinate, integrate and manage a complex portfolio of non-profit societies in providing the highest quality of stable, safe and affordable housing and housing related services. 
• Ability to provide strategic organizational and general management expertise and educate boards and executives in the successful operation of housing societies. 
• Ability to act as relationship manager and primary point of contact for Societies, including interacting with Society Board of Directors, the Executive Director, and Chief Financial Officers and accounting staff.
• Ability to analyse complex, challenging and sensitive issues, balancing diverse interests and facilitating the implementation of solutions.
• Ability to build successful and constructive relationships and partnerships, both externally and internally, and work together to mutually attain the objective of providing stable, safe and affordable housing and housing related services. 
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle. 
• Please Note: Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment.
• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.
• Due to the nature of this role, access to a reliable vehicle will be required

Reporting to the Manager, Reconciliation & Equity Strategies, the Senior Advisor, Reconciliation & Equity Strategies is responsible for implementing strategies for the assigned portfolios, including equity, accessibility and reconciliation, while considering community needs and providing support in meeting the goals and objectives of the Commission. He/She/They
supports the identification and development of strategies, plans, processes and practices, and participates in developing strategic initiatives that support the commission’s business operational plans and performance management plans. The position supports the supervisor in working collaboratively with all Branches in achieving results that reflect BC Housing’s
foundational key commitments to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) and Indigenous reconciliation, as outlined in BC Housing’s Strategic Plan.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
• Considerable experience in leading business strategy, project management and communications, and supporting and reporting to senior level management and Executives in public sector organizations.
• Considerable experience connecting with and working effectively with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds (E.g. Indigenous, Visible Minorities/Racialized, People with precarious immigration status, Gender Non-Binary, Disabled People) and applying frameworks in equity, diversity, inclusion, and human rights.
• Sound experience engaging with and incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities and cultures, in the consideration of impacts and outcomes of a decision-making process through advanced equity analysis.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural exclusion and bias and how these impact underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Sound knowledge of the affordable housing sector in the province of BC.
• Ability to learn and understand departmental policies and procedures and the Commission’s mandate and programs.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of self-awareness, empathy and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to generate and articulate creative new ideas/processes, and develop, plan, facilitate and coordinate their execution.
• Ability to lead project teams, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use sound judgement in analysing problems and identifying weaknesses and conflicts in policies and procedures; Strong ability to apply an intersectional approach to work analyses.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a project from idea to execution while managing multiple inputs and priorities.
• Ability to be sensitive to the diverse perspectives of stakeholders and works with them to resolve differences and work cohesively together.
• Ability to establish a high level of rapport with staff, management/senior management, Executive, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated strong professional and interpersonal communication skills across a range of channels (written, oral, other) and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional groups to achieve common goals.
• Strategic and analytical thinking, problem solving abilities, and organizational and time management skills.

Safe Step Walk-In Tub Company (a Ferguson company) has experienced unprecedented growth. It has been overly committed to providing our customers with the industry-leading safety, comfort, and independence they deserve. As the nation’s top walk-in tub/shower company, our products are made to the highest manufacturing standards, and our customer service is unmatched. We call it the Safe Step Difference. 

If you’re considering investing in your future, look no further to discover why the Safe Step Walk-In Tub Company is the only choice. We purposely employ dedicated team members who naturally desire to provide life-changing service to our customer base across the US and Canada. Every day, we do our best to give our best to those deserving of the same. 

We seek top talent to process inbound telephone calls and respond instantly to internet leads, setting in-home sale appointments for our Safety Specialists. Inbound phone calls and outbound call responses to internet leads are the first step to create sales opportunities and ultimately helping seniors retrofit their homes to age in place. If you are hard-working, dedicated, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, Safe Step Tub Inc. is an ideal place for you. Apply today! 

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program

What you will do:

• Assists customers with detailed pricing proposals/quotes for products and services projects.
• Supports new sales opportunities through bid monitoring, prospecting and project research.
• Follow a systematized sales process designed to convert leads into in-home sales opportunities by listening, understanding the consumer’s needs, asking probing questions, overcoming objections, and securing details to aid in the eventual sale.
• Provides and develops documentation for customers to look at product information and solutions. Provide product and technical information to outsides sales to support generation of sales into the utility segment.
• Make a high volume of outbound phone calls to consumers who submitted a web form for information on our products with the intention of scheduling an in-home sales visit for the Sales Closer. Occasionally receives inbound phone calls for the same purpose.
• Communicates with internal and external resources, providing customer service and completing quotations, fulfilment of demand, ensuring on-time delivery of orders, providing engineering support, and troubleshooting other customer problems.
• Fulfills Sales Support activities for the Order to Invoice process, owning the customer interface for quality processes: corrective actions, Field Quality Reports.
• Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements
• Regular and reliable attendance
• All team members work one weekend per month in rotation.
• Other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

• Experience working in a modern (automated) contact center is a must with an emphasis on consultative sales or lead-generation.
• Ability to collaborate with others and understand geography and lead-setting skills. 
• Proven track record of success in selling over the phone, consultative sales, lead setting, or other relevant contact center experience.
• Exhibits superior technical skills and ability to task switch between omni channel contact center software, a CRM, mapping tools, the Microsoft Office suite, and other cloud-based tools.
• Has excellent verbal communications skills, strong grammar, spelling and written skills, and a strong understanding of North American geography.
• Comfortable with receiving coaching in an individual or team setting and having your work product evaluated in real time.
• Willingness to thrive in a remote work situation where your contact with colleagues is 100% via video conference, instant messaging, and phone.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple software platforms during your workday.

Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Safe Step Walk-In Tub Company (a Ferguson company) has experienced unprecedented growth. It has been overly committed to providing our customers with the industry-leading safety, comfort, and independence they deserve. As the nation’s top walk-in tub/shower company, our products are made to the highest manufacturing standards, and our customer service is unmatched. We call it the Safe Step Difference. 

If you’re considering investing in your future, look no further to discover why the Safe Step Walk-In Tub Company is the only choice. We purposely employ dedicated team members who naturally desire to provide life-changing service to our customer base across the US and Canada. Every day, we do our best to give our best to those deserving of the same. 

We seek top talent to process inbound telephone calls and respond instantly to internet leads, setting in-home sale appointments for our Safety Specialists. Inbound phone calls and outbound call responses to internet leads are the first step to create sales opportunities and ultimately helping seniors retrofit their homes to age in place. If you are hard-working, dedicated, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, Safe Step Tub Inc. is an ideal place for you. Apply today! 

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program

What you will do:

• Assists customers with detailed pricing proposals/quotes for products and services projects.
• Supports new sales opportunities through bid monitoring, prospecting and project research.
• Follow a systematized sales process designed to convert leads into in-home sales opportunities by listening, understanding the consumer’s needs, asking probing questions, overcoming objections, and securing details to aid in the eventual sale.
• Provides and develops documentation for customers to look at product information and solutions. Provide product and technical information to outsides sales to support generation of sales into the utility segment.
• Make a high volume of outbound phone calls to consumers who submitted a web form for information on our products with the intention of scheduling an in-home sales visit for the Sales Closer. Occasionally receives inbound phone calls for the same purpose.
• Communicates with internal and external resources, providing customer service and completing quotations, fulfilment of demand, ensuring on-time delivery of orders, providing engineering support, and troubleshooting other customer problems.
• Fulfills Sales Support activities for the Order to Invoice process, owning the customer interface for quality processes: corrective actions, Field Quality Reports.
• Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements
• Regular and reliable attendance
• All team members work one weekend per month in rotation.
• Other duties as assigned

What you will bring:

• Experience working in a modern (automated) contact center is a must with an emphasis on consultative sales or lead-generation.
• Ability to collaborate with others and understand geography and lead-setting skills. 
• Proven track record of success in selling over the phone, consultative sales, lead setting, or other relevant contact center experience.
• Exhibits superior technical skills and ability to task switch between omni channel contact center software, a CRM, mapping tools, the Microsoft Office suite, and other cloud-based tools.
• Has excellent verbal communications skills, strong grammar, spelling and written skills, and a strong understanding of North American geography.
• Comfortable with receiving coaching in an individual or team setting and having your work product evaluated in real time.
• Willingness to thrive in a remote work situation where your contact with colleagues is 100% via video conference, instant messaging, and phone.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple software platforms during your workday.

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check.  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.