Community Outreach Worker (Permanent, Part-Time)

Union Gospel Mission (Vancouver); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Community Outreach Worker to connect with and support individuals in the DTES community. This permanent, part-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a diverse environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, a client-centered approach, and the ability to adapt to various situations. Join a team that values resilience, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture, while making a difference in the lives of those in need.

Benefits

Generous vacation and sick leave

RRSP matching program

Fully employer-paid benefits plan

$4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-centered approach are essential.
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and socially diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients facing crisis situations and provide support.
• Work effectively within a Christian Organization.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Client-Centered Approach

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary Education

Job description

Community Outreach Worker (Permanent, Part-Time)

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The Opportunity

Are you passionate about connecting with and supporting individuals living in the DTES community? Do you possess strong interpersonal skills, a client-centered approach, and a desire to work within a Christian Organization? Are you adaptable and able to work effectively in a multi-ethnic and socially diverse environment? If so, we have an opportunity for you!

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about connecting with and supporting individuals living in the DTES community? Do you possess strong interpersonal skills, a client-centered approach, and a desire to work within a Christian Organization? Are you adaptable and able to work effectively in a multi-ethnic and socially diverse environment? If so, we have an opportunity for you!

This position's starting hourly salary range is $26.26-$28.70 per hour. This position offers a starting hourly salary range of $26.26-$28.70. It's a permanent, part-time role (22.5 hours per week), with the following schedule: Friday – Sunday (hours may vary depending on operational needs). For a copy of the full job description, please click here.

You'll frequently engage with clients facing crisis situations stemming from various challenges. Support from fellow staff members will be readily available as needed.

Who We Are

Demonstrating the love of Christ, UGM feeds hope and changes lives through a faith-based continuum of care. We are a proud member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities and have earned the Best Christian Workplace award again in 2021. We provide competitive salaries, generous vacation and sick leave, an RRSP matching program, as well as the potential for educational assistance. In addition, our extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses. A focus on employee resilience, support for professional development, engagement in meaningful work, and a fun and caring environment are all part of being a member of the UGM team. If you are someone who desires to learn and grow, has a passion to serve and make a difference, and connects with others with both humility and humour, then you will be a great fit at UGM.

What You’ll Need

If you are considering applying for this position, you must:

• be legally entitled to work in Canada
• be able to demonstrate compatibility with our Core Values
• agree with our Statement of Faith
• be willing to provide, as a condition of employment, a current criminal record check, with vulnerable sector search, if you are the successful candidate.
• possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and submit a current driver’s abstract.
  
  

How To Apply

To submit your cover letter and résumé by February 28, 2025. If you have questions about this posting, please contact Janelle Huinda, Partner, Talent Management, at [e-mail]. We welcome applications form all qualified individuals and are especially-but not only- interested in applications from Indigenous, First Nations & Métis individuals.

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