Community Outreach Worker (Permanent, Part-Time)

Union Gospel Mission (Vancouver); Vancouver; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in Vancouver is seeking a Community Outreach Worker for a permanent, part-time role. The position focuses on supporting individuals in crisis within the DTES community, emphasizing strong interpersonal skills and a client-centered approach. The role offers a supportive work environment and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Generous vacation and sick leave

RRSP matching program

Fully employer-paid benefits plan

Educational assistance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients facing crisis situations.
• Support from fellow staff members readily available.

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!

This position's starting hourly salary range is $26.26-$28.70 per hour. It is 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 full job description, please click here.

You will 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 earned the Best Christian Workplace award again in 2021. We offer competitive salaries, generous vacation and sick leave, an RRSP matching program, and potential educational assistance. Our extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical coverage, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses. We focus on employee resilience, support professional development, promote meaningful work, and foster a fun and caring environment. If you are eager to learn, grow, serve, and connect with others with humility and humor, you will be a great fit at UGM.

Minimum Requirements

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Demonstrate compatibility with our Core Values
• Agree with our Statement of Faith
• 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

Submit your cover letter and résumé by February 28, 2025. For questions, contact Janelle Huinda, Partner, Talent Management, at [e-mail]. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, especially Indigenous, First Nations, & Métis individuals.

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