Street Outreach Worker

oneROOF Youth Services; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Kitchener is seeking a Street Outreach Worker to support at-risk youth. The role includes advocacy, crisis intervention, and case management, requiring relevant education and experience in social services. Strong communication skills and a valid driver's license are mandatory. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• A diploma in Community Social Services or related field.
• One year of relevant work experience in mental health or social services.
• First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Must have a valid G driver's license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison to youth at risk of homelessness.
• Advocate for youth with landlords and external agencies.
• Provide crisis intervention and support.
• Carry a caseload of clients seeking housing.

Skills

Community Social Services diploma

Mental health knowledge

Addictions support

Crisis intervention

Effective communication

Education

Diploma in Community Social Services

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Overview

JOB TITLE: Street Outreach Worker

Tentative hours: Monday Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Job Type: Full-time Permanent Position with a Benefit Package after probation

Salary: $45,709 per year

REPORTS TO: Manager of Operations

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison to youth at risk of homelessness
• Advocate for youth with landlords schools external agencies etc.
• Knowledge and application of suicide intervention techniques
• Assist youth with reintegrating with parents / family where deemed appropriate
• Mediate conflicts between youth
• Build rapport
• Maintain basic working knowledge of the Ontario Works Act and the Residential Tenancies Act
• Knowledge and application of harm reduction principles
• Knowledge of landlord-tenant board rights and responsibilities
• Offer tangible support and necessary referrals that will enable youth to make choices regarding their life
• Connect youth with appropriate community supports that will assist youth in reaching their full potential (referrals to community resources etc.)
• Advocate on behalf of youth experiencing homelessness and youth at risk of homelessness
• Attend relevant / related community meetings and community forums
• Public speaking as assigned
• Attendance / participation at ROOF events and fundraising activities
• Frontline support as required
• Participation in weekly staff meetings monthly All-Staff meetings and annual or semi-annual performance reviews as well as monthly supervisory meetings
• Maintain appropriate documentation and statistics
• Crisis intervention and support as needed
• Carry a caseload of clients seeking housing
• Case Management
• Accompany youth to appointments (hospital visits probation court etc.)
• Maintain appropriate documentation and statistics
• Housing search and research
• Client follow-up
• Ability to work and collaborate with a work partner
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills / Education / Experience

• A diploma in Community Social Services or education in mental health addictions concurrent disorders and social work
• One year of recent related work experience with an emphasis on mental health addictions homelessness and / or social services or an equivalent combination of education training and experience. We look at the whole person
• Must have a valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Must produce a recent Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Check
• Must have a G Drivers License and provide a Copy of the drivers License
• Must have a clean MTO Driver Abstract

oneROOF Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all races colours ethnic origins religions abilities gender identities and sexual orientations.

While we value every applicant's interest in oneROOF Youth Services only those who meet the required qualifications will be contacted for the next steps.

Key Skills

Load & Unload, Shipping & Receiving, Mac Os, Forklift, Freight Experience, Lift Truck Experience, Basic Math, Tanker Experience, Warehouse Experience, Commercial Driving, Driving, Heavy Lifting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1