Outreach Worker - Campbell River-Kyuquot

Outreach Worker - Campbell River/Kyuquot

The KCFN Community Services Dept continues to grow and has a rewarding opportunity for an Outreach Worker (OW). As our new OW, you will be responsible for providing an array of outreach services to youth and adult community members in Campbell River and in Houpsitas (Kyuquot). You will play a critical role by providing assistance/support to individuals with pre- and post-addiction issues, mental health issues, and those who are experiencing homelessness. Working within the unique context of both communities, you will engage with our youth, adults, and local organizations to address the complex challenges related to mental health, addictions, and homelessness – with a focus on promoting recovery, stability, and overall well-being. This incredibly important role has the ability to significantly impact the lives of KCFN member families in a very positive way. The OW will have a deeply-rooted passion to help people in distress achieve a healthy and balanced quality of life.

Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities:

1. Outreach and Engagement: Conducts regular outreach efforts to connect individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health, and those dealing with addiction issues, establishing trusting relationships and assessing their immediate needs and goals for support.
2. Community Awareness & Education: Provides various presentations to the community on topics such as life skills, drugs, financial management, mental health, etc.
3. Needs Assessment: Performs comprehensive assessments to understand the specific circumstances and challenges faced by individuals dealing with mental health issues, homelessness, and addiction, identifying culturally appropriate interventions and resources.
4. Housing Support: Provides advocacy and support to help individuals secure safe and stable housing solutions within the community, including accessing emergency shelters, transitional housing options, and remote support services.
5. Resource Referral: Connects individuals with essential services and support programs, such as health care, mental health counseling, social or financial assistance, employment training, and life skills development.
6. Advocacy: Advocates on behalf of individuals experiencing mental health issues, homelessness, and addiction in the community, addressing systemic barriers and advocating for policy changes to improve access to housing, healthcare, and support services at local and provincial levels.
7. Documentation & Reporting: Maintains accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, and program outcomes using data collection tools, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and contributing to program evaluation efforts.
8. Case Conferencing: Attends regular wrap-around meetings with the team to discuss individual or family case files to problem-solve and support coordination of resources for individuals and/or families in need.
9. Interventions: Works with and supports clients dealing with MCFD, USMA, RCMP, BC Ambulance Service, KCFN Emergency Services, and other public/private agencies.
10. Cultural Sensitivity: Observes cultural practices/norms/protocols and applies each to the scope of outreach practice.

Qualifications:

1. Degree or diploma in social work, psychology, human services, or similar area of study.
2. History of professional development that supports the role.
3. 3+ years of community outreach/advocacy experience.
4. Experience using Office 365, Google Docs, Adobe, and other software programs.
5. Strong organizational, communication, and conflict resolution skills (trauma-informed).
6. Experience working in a “wrap-around” services type of environment with many stakeholders.
7. Experience working with First Nation organizations (in a remote setting) – asset.
8. An understanding and appreciation of Nuu-chah-nulth culture/Ka:'yu:'k't'h' language/protocols – asset.
9. Strong professional boundaries.

Other:

1. Travel to Houpsitas (Kyuquot) overnight via logging roads/marine.
2. WHMIS & Violence & Harassment Awareness Training (or willing to obtain).
3. First Aid (or willing to obtain) – strong asset.
4. Acceptable vulnerable Police Information Check – required.

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DATE RE-POSTED: April 24, 2025

START DATE: ASAP
STATUS: Permanent, full-time

BASED OUT OF: Campbell River or Houpsitas
TO APPLY: E-mail cover letter and resume to: Dwayne Worthing, Chief Human Resources Officer, at dwaynew@kcfirstnations.com citing “OW” in the subject heading of your e-mail.

In accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act, preference may be given to Indigenous applicants. We thank all those who apply; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.

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