Winter Van Outreach Support Worker (1.0 days, Term)

Main Street Project; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health center in Winnipeg seeks a Winter Van Outreach Support Worker to assist in providing support and resources to individuals experiencing homelessness during extreme weather. The ideal candidate will have relevant human services experience, a compassionate approach, and ability to contribute positively to the community. This is a full-time term position until March 2026, offering a competitive wage and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Sick and Family days

Shift Premiums

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience with mental health and substance use issues.
• Ability to apply harm reduction and housing first philosophies.
• Knowledge of poverty and health determinants.

Responsibilities

• Ensure community members' immediate needs are met.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Support winter outreach by operating the van.

Skills

Relevant experience working in human services

Strong attention to detail

Ability to build relationships

Compassion for individuals with substance use issues

Client-centered care philosophy

Knowledge of Indigenous culture

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in addictions and mental health

Job description

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Winter Van Outreach Support Worker (1.0 days Term)

Title: Winter Van Outreach Support Worker (Valid Full Drivers Licence required)

Department: Van Outreach

Reports To: Manager Van Outreach

Position Type: Full-time (term till 31st March 2026)

Location: 75 Martha Street

Wage: $20.48 - $23.05

Week 1: Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat O D D D O D D

Week 2: Sun / Mon / Tues / Wed / Thurs / Fri / Sat D O D D D D O

About the Company

Main Street Project (MSP) is a community health Centre with a mandate to address the social determinants of health which give rise to issues of addiction physical and mental health issues and homelessness. MSP uses housing‑first and harm reduction principles in the provision of a safe respectful and accessible place for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the community. Since 1972 MSP has been providing a range of services to Winnipegs most marginalized residents including emergency shelter and nutrition services drug and alcohol withdrawal management services health advocacy and support case management services housing support services food bank services and a mobile community outreach program.

Are you seeking a career where you can be part of a dynamic diverse team and where the mission is centered around ensuring everyone has access to a safe environment that promotes dignity respect and self‑determination Main Street Project is committed to developing impactful and meaningful solutions that drive positive changes in our community. The work you do here will have a lasting meaningful impact on those we serve.

At Main Street Project we believe that the best work happens when diverse minds come together. We believe in building and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity including embracing Truth & Reconciliation Decolonization and Anti‑Oppression is embedded in our culture and drives the success of the organization. Our team is made up of talented individuals from various backgrounds and life experiences creating a rich tapestry of perspectives. MSP is dedicated to working with individuals with lived experiences and indigenous background.

Job Summary

Main Street Project operates a van outreach program 24 / 7 365 days a year. The Van Outreach program travels throughout Winnipeg seeking out community members who may be at risk in extreme weather. Voluntary transport to MSPs emergency shelter is offered to community members. MSP offers warm clothing resources and harm reduction supplies. The Van Outreach Program also supports individuals living in encampments and conducts wellness checks.

The Van Outreach Support Worker maintains the core values of MSP regarding harm reduction choice equity and diversity and encourages individuals in capacity building. The Integrated Support Worker will work with MSP clients in a manner that encourages self‑awareness self‑worth increased independence and without judgment.

This winter MSP will operate an additional van to ensure folks who are houseless have additional outreach and support throughout the extreme weather conditions. These term positions will focus on supporting this initiative.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that community members’ immediate needs are met through the provision of food, shelter, clothing, harm reduction supplies, and personal hygiene items.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Support winter outreach by operating van and providing assistance during extreme weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working in human services, preferably with adults experiencing homelessness, mental health, and substance use issues.
• Post‑secondary education in addictions and mental health is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with external partners.
• Compassion for working with individuals who use substances or have mental health issues.
• Ability to work with a client‑centred care philosophy.
• Ability to apply Harm Reduction and Housing First philosophies in day‑to‑day support.
• Knowledge of the effects of poverty and health determinants.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and the principles of Truth & Reconciliation, calls to action, MMIWG calls to justice, and UNDRIP.
• Lived experience or peer support experience (strong asset).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online databases.
• Valid full driver’s licence.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Vulnerable Sector Search, and Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check (required; employee responsible for service charges).
• Current CPR Basic First Aid.
• Mental Health First Aid certification.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification (asset).
• Compassionate understanding of individuals with substance use and mental health issues.

Values & Competencies

• Reducing Harm
• Truth and Reconciliation
• Anti‑Oppression
• Trauma‑Informed

Key Competencies

• Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Crisis Management
• Decision Making
• Verbal Communication
• Service Excellence
• Accountability

Main Street Project offers

• Competitive wages within the nonprofit sector
• Pension Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Paid Sick and Family days
• Shift Premiums
• Employee Assistance Program

Key Skills

• Nursing Home Experience
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Direct Support
• Computer Operation
• Caregiving
• Case Management
• Special Needs
• Training & Development
• Child Protective Services
• Experience with Children
• Word Processing
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Hourly Salary: 20 - 23

Application deadline: Open until filled

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants: Main Street Project recognizes the importance of building a workforce that is reflective of the community it serves where culture language and perspectives drive a high standard of care and service. Therefore preference will be given to Indigenous people and those who reflect the people / population we serve. Applicants are asked to self‑declare in their cover letter along with describing how they meet the above qualifications.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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