MOOSE JAW — Square One Community Inc. has announced the hiring of a new special projects co-ordinator, Maxton Eckstein, who began his role with the non-profit on June 10.
Eckstein’s role will include leadership for Point in Time (PiT) counts, creating a service (asset) map which includes community agencies who serve vulnerable populations, and the co-ordination of a Community Housing Advisory group.
In his new role, Eckstein will be collaborating with Square One’s community partners to advocate for services and supports for community members who are housing insecure and will help promote awareness of issues related to housing insecurity.
“I am so thrilled to be stepping into the position of special projects co-ordinator with Square One Community (Inc.) in Moose Jaw,” he wrote in an official statement.
The new position will assist Square One as the organization continues to advance its mission of helping adults who are housing insecure by building, co-ordinating, and strengthening a chain of support programs that operate on their behalf.
Eckstein is originally from Ontario but now calls Moose Jaw his home along with his wife and children.
“I have called Moose Jaw home for the past seven years after we fell in love with the welcoming and caring culture emulated by the city’s residents,” he said.
Eckstein is also aware of the growing need for additional supports for the most vulnerable members of the community.
“As this tightly knit community has been growing,” he explained, “so have the needs of our most vulnerable and houseless citizens. That is why I am so excited to be joining the passionate team at Square One Community, who have been working tirelessly… to bring a brighter future to those suffering from housing insecurity.”
Eckstein brings with him nearly 10 years of experience in the human services field and has a strong educational background in human justice and non-profit sector leadership innovation.
“I am looking forward to working with you all!” he announced.
Square One Community Inc. is a proud part of a strong, diverse community and the organization continues to collaborate with organizations and members of the community who provide supports for the most vulnerable, according to an official statement.
To learn more about Square One Community Inc. and its work in the community, visit SquareOneHousingMooseJaw.com or email [email protected].
