Street Outreach Worker

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council•Sault Ste. Marie, ON

1d•CA$50,000 - CA$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council is seeking an individual to join their Niigaaniin team as a street outreach worker to support community members experiencing homelessness. This role requires an out-of-the-box thinker with a proven track record of working with Indigenous people in social services. The Street Outreach Worker will actively bridge community members experiencing homelessness with relevant Anishnabe services and programs as necessitated by service plans. This position will also develop and monitor community member Service/Action Plans and conduct self-administered assessments of individuals’ dimensions to determine their pathways through services. The role requires cooperation and collaboration with participating First Nations and other community-based and external organizations to ensure access to culturally appropriate supports and internal services. The Street Outreach Worker will assist community members in achieving life stabilization and employability goals by facilitating the Mino Bimaadizidaa curriculum in group and individual settings.

Requirements

Career in Social Services Work and/or Diploma in Social Services Work and/or equivalent work experience.
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 and understanding of Anishnaabemowin, culture and traditions of Indigenous people of the Robinson Huron Treaty.
Knowledgeable about the culture and the significant characteristics of the social structure and relevant human services needs of Anishnawbe.
Ability to work with a diverse population.
Familiar with Employment Ontario Programs and Services.
Familiar with life skills strategies.
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.
Thorough knowledge of the range of relevant community-based and external programs and services available to community members.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.
2-5 years employment experience working with indigenous people and facilitating groups of diverse clients facing multiple barriers to employment is preferred.
Familiar with community services networks and knowledge the Niigaaniin Services would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Actively bridges community members experiencing homelessness with relevant Anishnabe services and programs as necessitated by service plans.
Develop and monitor community member Service/Action Plans.
Conduct self-administered assessments of individuals’ dimensions to determine their pathways through services.
Cooperate and work with participating First Nations and other community-based and external organizations.
Collaborate with external services to ensure access to culturally appropriate supports and internal services as requested.
Assist community members in achieving life stabilization and employability goals by facilitating Mino Bimaadizidaa curriculum in group and individual settings.