Outreach support worker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Services for the homeless

Work setting

• Community agency
• Willing to relocate
• Community centre
• Associations and non profit organizations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare reports or case histories
• Administrative and office activities
• Perform administrative tasks
• Refer offenders to community and social services programs
• 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
• Resolve conflict situations
• Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses
• Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Community service organization

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child welfare check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Client focus
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Team player
• Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities