street outreach worker

Work Term: Temporary Work Language: English Hours: 35 hours per week Education: College/CEGEP Experience: Experience an asset Work site environment Child welfare Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders) Socio-economic needs or conditions (housing, nutrition, unemployment, financial assistance) Early intervention programming for at-risk youth Crime prevention Services for the homeless Work setting Urban area Social service or charity agency Shelter for the homeless Community centre Tasks Prepare reports or case histories Administrative and office activities Appraise clients' needs or eligibility for specific services Conduct social research Implement life skills workshops Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs Conduct follow-up assessments Develop, co-ordinate and implement the delivery of specific services within the community Housekeeping activities Food preparation Provide suicide and crisis intervention Resolve conflict situations Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses Assist offenders in pre-release and release planning Implement behaviour management programs Conduct individual and group counselling sessions Establish registry of special needs support workers Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients Develop service intervention logic models and outcome measures Maintain program statistics for purposes of evaluation and research Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff Assist clients/guests with special needs Accompany clients to appointments and social outings Food safety/handling skills Supervision 1 to 2 people 3-4 people 5-10 people 11-15 people 16-20 people More than 20 people Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Emergency child care first aid and CPR Target audience Aboriginal groups Adolescents Families Females Males Persons with an intellectual disability Persons with mental health disabilities Street population Young offenders Young adults Area of specialization Community services Security and safety Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Transportation/travel information Own transportation Own vehicle Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Physically demanding Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Judgement Client focus Excellent written communication Flexibility Initiative Team player Screening questions Are you available for shift or on-call work? Are you available for the advertised start date? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers