Ymca Reconnect Alternative Dispatch Outreach

2 weeks ago

Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

Position Overview:
Reporting to the Community Outreach Lead, this position delivers housing-focused, assertive street outreach to youth and adults experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or living in poverty. The ReConnect Dispatch Outreach worker provides a range of services to decrease barriers to obtaining and maintaining appropriate housing. This includes assessment, service planning, skills development, resource identification, and follow-up, all while upholding the YMCA Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Developmental Asset Philosophy.

**Duties**:

- Responsible for practicing assertive street outreach and in-reach within the Greater Moncton Area. The ReConnect Alternative Dispatch Outreach Worker is expected to meet people outside, making exposure to the weather an expectation of the position.
- Uses a psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery approach to engage clients in a process of determining their needs and readiness for change.
- Support clients in identifying and achieving their goals by teaching essential life skills needed for success.
- In some cases, accompany clients to shelters, appointments, or other safe places.
- Advocate for individuals to access necessary services, including healthcare and financial supports.
- Make necessary referrals, as required (e.g., Income Assistance, NB Housing, mental health services).
- Engage in crisis prevention and intervention with clients.
- Build relationships and network with diverse stakeholders, including local councils, community organizations, government agencies, and non-profits to mobilize resources and support for clients.
- Provide leadership in fundraising and resource development activities to support departmental goals.
- Maintain and build positive community relations with key partners, including the City of Moncton, Social Development, DMCI (Downtown Moncton / Centre-ville Inc.), the RCMP, and others.

Skills & Qualifications:

- A criminal record check and vulnerable sector check are required as a condition of employment.
- Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle full time.
- Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR certification.
- Able to work flexible hours.
- Bilingualism is an asset.
- Completion of a college or university program in Social Services, Community Support, Human Services, or a related field; relevant lived experience is also valued.

Competencies:

- **Teamwork**: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
- **Conflict Resolution**: Facilitates appropriate and timely solutions to challenges, maintaining professionalism in difficult situations.
- **Communication**: Ability to speak, write, listen, and secure information in a variety of settings.
- **Flexibility/Managing Change**: Ability to understand the environment, initiate, and respond effectively to changing conditions.
- **Diversity**: Values and respects the unique perspectives and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and characteristics.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

  • Ymca Reconnect Alternative Dispatch Outreach

    2 weeks ago

    Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

    Position Overview: Reporting to the Community Outreach Lead, this position delivers housing-focused, assertive street outreach to youth and adults experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or living in poverty. The ReConnect Dispatch Outreach worker provides a range of services to decrease barriers to obtaining and maintaining appropriate housing....

  • Ymca Reconnect Outreach Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

    Position Overview: Reporting to the Community Outreach Lead, this position delivers housing-focused, assertive street outreach to youth and adults experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or living in poverty. The ReConnect Outreach Worker provides a range of services to decrease barriers to obtaining and maintaining appropriate housing. This...

  • Reconnect Dispatch Outreach

    1 week ago

    Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

    **Position Overview**:_Reporting to the Community Outreach Coordinator, this position provides front line housing focused assertive street outreach to youth and adults who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, and those living in poverty. The ReConnect Outreach Worker provides a range of services to decrease barriers to obtaining and...

  • Reconnect Outreach Worker

    12 hours ago

    Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

    **Position Overview**:_Reporting to the Sr. Director of Community Outreach, this position provides front line housing focused assertive street outreach to youth and adults who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, and those living in poverty. The ReConnect Outreach Worker provides a range of services to decrease barriers to obtaining and...

  • Ymca Alternative Suspension Secondary Youth Worker

    4 days ago

    Moncton, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time

    **Position Overview** The YMCA’s Alternative Suspension program supports youth in succeeding in a school environment. Youth may attend the Alternative Suspension program in times of crisis. It is a safe space where they can stay up to date on schoolwork while also building positive relationships and developing skills and tools that will help them succeed...

  • SUN Supportive Housing Case Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada YMCA Full time $40,000 - $42,000 per year

    Position OverviewReporting to the Community Outreach Lead, the SUN Housing Support Worker implements a Housing First approach, focusing on reducing barriers to housing, preventing homelessness, and supporting sustainable tenancy. The Housing Support Worker engages with individuals who are experiencing homeless or at risk of homelessness, assisting them in...

  • Supervisor of Membership Sales

    2 weeks ago

    Greater Moncton Metropolitan Area, Canada YMCA of Greater Moncton Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

    Company DescriptionThe YMCA of Greater Moncton is dedicated to empowering personal growth and fostering community development. Offering a wide range of programs, including health and fitness, youth leadership initiatives, child care, camps, and global outreach, the organization is committed to promoting overall wellbeing. Dedicated to inclusivity, the YMCA...

  • Dispatcher - Service Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Moncton, Canada Walker’s Gas and Electric Full time

    **Company/Organization Information** - ** Company Name**: - **Company Website**: **Job Information** - ** Job Title**: - **City**: - **Country**: - **State/Province**: - **Zip/Postal Code**: **Tasks** - Confer with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products and services, to take or enter orders, cancel accounts, or to...

  • Advanced Practice Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Moncton, Canada Rutgers University Full time

    Advanced Practice Nurse (Office of Human Research) Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to serve as a clinical practitioner and member of the research team in the Office of Human Research Services (OHRS) at the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Vision: Through our science, evidence‑based actions, openness, and...

  • Adoption Counsellor

    1 week ago

    Moncton, Canada PAW - People for Animal Wellbeing Full time

    **Brief** The Adoptions Councillor is primarily responsible for adoptions, both on and off-site and for ensuring quality customer service for external and internal customers. Councillors facilitate appropriate adoptions by understanding the needs of animals in the adoption program and matching them with prospective adopters; this includes preparing animals...