886 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R2W 5L6
full-time . March 21, 2023 Description

Date: March 21, 2023
Position: Community Outreach Worker
Status: Full Time, 1.0 EFT Indefinite Term
Hours of Work*: *Days of work will vary: 8:45am - 5pm
Department: Community Services
Job Posting No.: #2023-024
Reports to: Program Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
Closing Date: March 28, 2023
Union: CUPE \xe2\x80\x93 Community Support
Salary: $23.209 - $26.907

• These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary
Functioning as part of the coordinated service delivery team, the Outreach Worker works proactively with new and existing clients, offering a range of support and recovery services, within as existing service plan and on an as-needed basis. The Outreach Worker is a relationship-builder and advocate and provides services in a non-judgmental and culturally appropriate manner, helping clients to build new skills and achieve their goals.

Qualifications

Education

• Valid Drivers\xe2\x80\x99 license and access to a reliable vehicle

Service Delivery Skills, Expertise and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in community, preferably with program target population
• Experience providing outreach with hard to reach populations
• Must have experience working with a vulnerable population
• Must have outreach and advocacy experience
• Must have the knowledge and understanding of the Housing First model, and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) methodology

Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in relationship-building, critical thinking, facilitation, decision-making, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values
Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Indigenous Understanding
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems

Assets
Post-secondary education in a Social Services field



All positions are subject to Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discuss your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill and ability required for position.