street outreach worker

Work site environment

• Education or training
• Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders)
• Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance)
• Services for the homeless

Work setting

• Urban area
• Various locations
• Rural area
• Social service or charity agency

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administrative and office activities
• Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs
• Housekeeping activities
• Food preparation
• Provide suicide and crisis intervention
• Resolve conflict situations
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
• Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research
• Accompany clients to appointments and social outings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Mental health first aid Certificate
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Enhanced reliability security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities