Outreach Worker

Coast Mental Health•Vancouver, BC

13d•CA$33 - CA$35•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for outreach activities designed to connect individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with appropriate resources by use of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation practices and in line with the mission, objectives and policies of Coast Mental Health.

Requirements

Diploma in Community Social Service
Certificates in First Aid + CPR, WHMIS
Recent, related experience of two years Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience or other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work
Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Clearance
Valid class 5 and access to a vehicle is an asset
Knowledge of housing issues and community resources
Knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation practices
Knowledge of program policy and procedures
Knowledge and proficiency in relevant software
Ability to work with clients living with mental illness
Ability to work effectively independently and in cooperation with others
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups.
Some knowledge of the criminal justice system

Responsibilities

Actively seek out individuals in the community who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and may require community supports and services. Assess their suitability for the program based on the established guidelines.
Work with client support networks to facilitate successful independent living.
Provide one to one support and counseling on life skills and health maintenance.
Implement, when necessary, crisis management techniques.
Participate in appropriate community / public relations regarding Coast outreach program. This includes networking with appropriate agencies, publicizing services and engaging in public presentations.
Provide input and assist the manager with the planning, development, and evaluation of the outreach program.
Maintain all relevant records and statistics for both Coast reporting and BC Housing requirements.
Fulfill any other responsibility as assigned and may develop within the job description.

Benefits

100% employer-paid benefits for employees and their families.
Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies.
General sick-leave accruals.
Long-term disability programs.
Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year.
8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total.
Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching.
Cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support.
Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire.