Job Description

New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster people's hopes and dreams in their communities.


Do you enjoy spending time with others? Are you looking for an opportunity that is experience-focused and keeps you busy? Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of our community's most vulnerable? If you answered 'Yes', continue to read here!

Honouring Our Journey

is one of the many programs within Culture, Education and Training area at New Directions. This service area provides support, healing, education, and life skills to individuals ages 13 and up who have been exploited/trafficked in the sex trade.


The Community Outreach Worker is responsible for: Providing support and encouragement to the adult participants in group and individual settings; Teaching of basic life skills; Supporting youth in cultural, recreation and educational activities in the community; Documenting file notes and maintaining records of all expenses and receipts and Presenting self and program in a positive and professional manner within the organization and in the community.


Our program hours are Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will have:

Child and Youth Care Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience Previous experience working with youth and adults who have been marginalized and/or exploited Demonstrated knowledge, awareness and sensitivity of Indigenous Cultures and Traditions and be inclusive of multi-cultural values, beliefs and lifestyles Excellent team skills, documentation skills, creativity and high energy level Valid Class 5 Driver's License is considered an asset


The salary range for this

1-year term

70-hour bi-weekly position is $18.31 to $24.72 per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience. This position is eligible for a full benefits package (which include Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan).


The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record Check, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check, Prior Contact Checks; and must supply a current driver's abstract if applicable.

The closing date for all applications is October 3, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas. Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.