Community Outreach Worker - Casual/On-Call

Position requires BCGEU membership and due to the nature of the position is open to female applicants only

JOB SUMMARY: Identifies and provides intervention and transitional support services to at-risk individuals in the community who are experiencing violence or are at risk of violence.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in a related human / or social services field.
• Minimum one year recent related experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Strong communication skills
• Current BC Driver’s License, Clean Driver’s Abstract and access to a reliable insured vehicle
• Valid First Aid Certificate

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiates contact with individuals who are experiencing violence, or are at risk of violence. Meets persons served and assesses their suitability for services offered by the program. Makes referrals to other programs, agencies and / or community resources.
• Assists individuals to adapt to, and maintain, healthy life-style choices by providing guidance and emotional support. Monitors their well-being and provides feedback and support.
• Recognizes, analyzes and assists in managing potential emergency situations and develops strategies to assist individuals dealing with a violent situation and minimize harm.
• Assists individuals in obtaining access to resources and treatments.
• Assists individuals to obtain temporary or permanent housing either directly or in co-ordination with other community services.
• Advocates for individuals being served and assists them in self-advocacy.
• Reviews individual’s progress and makes reports regarding their daily activities and progress.
• Liaises with other agencies, professionals, ministry staff and the community.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $25.05 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 18 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person