Mobile Community Outreach Coordinator

Union Gospel Mission; Mission; Sur place; CAD 36 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Union Gospel Mission seeks a Community Outreach Worker for Mobile Mission in the Fraser Valley. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) requires driving across greater Vancouver and engaging with people in need, coordinating interns and volunteers.

The position involves modeling Christ, offering referrals to services, and maintaining logs and vehicle readiness. Flexibility, confidentiality, and strong English communication are essential fields in this outreach-focused team.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related work experience.
• Related post-secondary education preferred.
• Good English skills (verbal, reading and writing).
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently under the direction of a Supervisor.

Responsabilités

• Model Christ in word and deed.
• Counsel up to the level of personal expertise and refer as necessary.
• Refer and assist community members in finding suitable, safe accommodation.
• Provide support on behalf of community members, to external services.
• Stock and restock, order materials, clean and maintain vehicle for each evening’s readiness and duties.
• Drive into allies, parks, and back-roads, with the purpose of intentional contact with those in need.
• Minister in the aforementioned areas during all weather conditions.
• Provide feedback information to maintain the heartbeat of the community and an up-to-date understanding of the needs of the areas being served.
• Train and oversee interns and volunteers going out on the Mobile Mission.
• Maintain specific logs relating to the Mobile Mission.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the Mobile Mission Vehicle, including coordinating office services, and report any need for maintenance.
• Complete administrative responsibilities (ie. time log, stories, reports, stats).
• As a member of the Outreach Team, provide support as well as referral services to clients from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.
• Participate in staff meetings, training and development opportunities.
• Adhere to all UGM published policies, practices and procedures, including Occupational Health and Safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Excellent English skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Driving

Teamwork

Formation

Post-secondary education preferred

Outils

Excel

Word

Outlook

Description du poste

Union Gospel Mission seeks a Community Outreach Worker for Mobile Mission in the Fraser Valley. This permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) requires driving across greater Vancouver and engaging with people in need, coordinating interns and volunteers.

The position involves modeling Christ, offering referrals to services, and maintaining logs and vehicle readiness. Flexibility, confidentiality, and strong English communication are essential fields in this outreach-focused team.