Community Outreach Worker - ACT

Indigenous Women's Healing Centre; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on healing and recovery is seeking an Outreach Worker to join their dedicated team. This role involves working closely with clients to provide support services and build meaningful relationships while operating within a community treatment model. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a deep understanding of Indigenous culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in community settings with target populations.
• Experience providing outreach to hard-to-reach populations.

Responsibilities

• Proactively offer support and recovery services within an existing service plan.
• Act as a relationship-builder and advocate in a culturally appropriate manner.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Crisis management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in a Social Services field

Job description

POSTING # 2025-047

POSITION TYPE: PERMANENT, FULL-TIME (Mon – Fri; 8:45 am – 5:00 pm)

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 an existing service plan and on an as-needed basis. The Outreach Worker is a relationship-builder and advocate, providing services in a non-judgmental and culturally appropriate manner, helping clients build new skills and achieve their goals.

This program operates within an Assertive Community Treatment Model and utilizes Housing First Principles from a social justice orientation, including harm reduction, pro-choice, social determinants of health, human rights, social development, population health, health equality, and trauma-informed, client-centered practice.

Qualifications

Education

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

Skills, Expertise, and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in community settings, preferably with the program's target population
• Experience providing outreach to hard-to-reach populations

Critical Skills

Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and crisis management.

Focus on Results

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively achieve service goals and outcomes.

Alignment with Organizational Values

Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in its history, vision, mission, and values.

Indigenous Understanding

Knowledge of Indigenous culture and traditions and understanding of the impact of colonization on Indigenous individuals and families.

Interdisciplinary Team and Collaboration

Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team with respect, professionalism, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.

MCC Philosophies

Strong knowledge and application of diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and community development principles.

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in computer systems.

Assets

• Post-secondary education in a Social Services field
• Applicants with lived or living experience in sex trade work are encouraged to self-declare on their resume.

Please send a cover letter and resume to [e-mail].

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