Street Outreach Worker

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus upon hire

Job summary

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council is seeking a full-time Street Outreach Worker in Sault Ste. Marie. The role involves bridging homeless community members with Anishnabe services, developing service/action plans, and collaborating with various organizations. Candidates should ideally be registered band members of serviced First Nations, possess a diploma in social services work, and have experience working with diverse clients. A signing bonus is also included upon hire.

Qualifications

• Preferred to be a registered band member of the First Nations serviced by Niigaaniin Services.
• 2-5 years employment experience with Indigenous people and facilitating groups.
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must provide a Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Peoples Sector Check.
• Must have a valid Class 'G' Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Bridge community members experiencing homelessness with Anishnabe services.
• Develop and monitor community member Service/Action Plans.
• Collaborate with external services to ensure access to culturally appropriate supports.
• Facilitate Mino Bimaadizidaa curriculum in group and individual settings.

Skills

Knowledge of Anishnaabemowin and Indigenous culture

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with diverse populations

Ability to use Microsoft Office

Stress management skills

Time management skills

Education

Diploma in Social Services Work

Job description

Job Title: Street Outreach Worker

Job Type: Full Time

Vacancies: 2

Location: City of Sault Ste Marie

Hours of Work: Standard Days; includes occasional evenings and weekends (37.5 hours/ wk.)

Annual Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

Signing Bonus: A signing bonus will be offered to the successful candidate upon hire.

Purpose

The Street Outreach Worker will work to actively bridge community members experiencing homelessness with relevant Anishnabe services and programs as necessitated by service plans. This position will also work to develop and monitor community member Service/Action Plans and conduct self‑administered assessments of individuals’ dimensions to determine their pathways through services. As partnerships are key to the success of the Niigaaniin Services, the Street Outreach Worker is required to cooperate and work with the participating First Nations and other community‑based and external organizations. They will collaborate with external services to ensure access to culturally appropriate supports and internal services as requested. The Street Outreach Worker will assist community members in achieving life stabilization and employability goals by facilitating Mino Bimaadizidaa curriculum in group and individual settings.

Qualifications

• Preferred to be a registered band member of the First Nations serviced by Niigaaniin Services, including Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation, Thessalon First Nation, Mississauga First Nation, Serpent River First Nation, Sagamok Anishnawbek, Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, and Wahnapitae First Nation.
• Career in Social Services Work and/or Diploma in Social Services Work and/or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years employment experience working with Indigenous people and facilitating groups of diverse clients facing multiple barriers to employment is preferred.
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must provide a Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Peoples Sector Check applicable to the responsibilities of this position.
• Must provide a Drivers Abstract.
• Ability to travel.
• Must have a valid Class "G" Driver’s License with a reliable vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of Anishnaabemowin, culture and traditions of Indigenous people of the Robinson Huron Treaty.
• Will be knowledgeable about the culture and the significant characteristics of the social structure and relevant human services needs of Anishnawbe.
• All candidates must be able to work with a diverse population.
• Familiar with Employment Ontario Programs and Services.
• Familiar with life skills strategies.
• Familiar with community services networks and knowledge the Niigaaniin Services would be an asset.
• Ability to balance target outcomes with quality client care.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial policies and legislation, regulations and/or guidelines that are relevant to the funding and delivery of Niigaaniin services.
• Will have a thorough knowledge of the range of relevant community‑based and external programs and services available to community members.
• Will be knowledgeable of the range of both contemporary and traditional methods of intervention, assessment, emotion coaching, support, training, and healing that are effective in promoting community, family and individual development and well‑being.
• Solid understanding of Personal Protective Equipment related to the role of Mental Health and Addictions.
• Ability to navigate and bridge service pathways back to First Nation community based supports for eligible members based on individual need.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal/written).
• Excellent stress management skills.
• Efficient time management skills with adherence to timelines and deadline, and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to learn new skills and be flexible to adapt to changing workload.
• Able to work independently and maintains a supportive and cooperative environment with colleagues and the communities.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

Application Deadline

Open until filled.

How to Apply

Apply Online: https://nstc.bamboohr.com/careers

Email: [e-mail]