Mobile Street Outreach Worker

5 months ago

Hamilton, Canada Hamilton Regional Indian Centre Full time

The Mobile Street Outreach Worker under the direction of the Executive Director will assist with providing resources and supports to community members who are experiencing homelessness. The team will be mobile on the street making a presence at various locations including emergency shelters, encampments, parks, etc. to make referrals, provide crisis intervention, advocate and link community members with other natural supports to reduce risk and long-term homelessness.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- College Diploma in Social Services or other closely related field or a combination of 2 years education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities as determined by the employer;
- A minimum of 2 years' experience in outreach, advocacy or support in a community organization is desirable and/or experience with indigenous homeless population;
- Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous community services and supports;
- Excellent communication skills, particularly in the areas of negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and problem solving;
- Demonstrates cultural competency including awareness, knowledge and empathy;
- Demonstrated experience and or understanding of Trauma Informed Care and Harm Reduction approach;
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training;
- Ability to use initiative and work independently;
- High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment and to collaborate within a group setting;
- Intermediate computer literacy skills including Microsoft office suite and databases;
- Must be available to work some evenings and occasional weekends;
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record;
- Must have or obtain, within 30 days of hiring date, a Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS)CPIC as a condition of the employment offer

**REQUIREMENTS**:
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering 2 weeks paid vacation, additional compensation including 5 paid cultural days (as per HRIC Personnel Policy guidelines), 4 paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid shutdown over the Christmas holiday week, and health benefits. HRIC health benefits are offered to full time permanent employees, employees will be able to enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.

HRIC is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

HRIC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Indigenous people, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

Human Resources

Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

34 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y7

FAX: 905-548-0024

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