Outreach Worker - London, Canada - London Cares Homeless Response Services

London Cares Homeless Response Services

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Outreach Worker, Full Time Roles Available

Come grow with us
If you have a passion for helping those who are most marginalized in our community, a career with London Cares may be a great fit for you

London Cares Homeless Response Service is a not-for-profit agency aimed at building relationships and supporting those who are experiencing homelessness making it possible to help move some of the most vulnerable people in our community from street to home.

Through a low barrier, compassionate approach we build relationships and are advocates for those we work with to build bridges and connections to the resources they need in support of their success and well-being.

As an Outreach Worker you can expect to assertively and skillfully engage with people experiencing homelessness who are street involved, sleeping rough or urban camping in the City of London.

The work of this team is community-based requiring workers to meet people where they are at to provide in-the-moment crisis support, connections to social and healthcare services and linkages to safe, alternative solutions focused on housing.

London Cares offers employees a unique opportunity to be part of positive changes in our community to help solve the homelessness crisis.

In this position you will be required to work on a rotational schedule including day, afternoon and night shifts as well as weekends.
We recognize the work you will do at London Cares is not easy and we offer our
Full-time employees with:

A competitive starting wage and performance/seniority-based increase
Access to EAP program to all our employees
Free onsite parking

QUALIFICATIONS

Post-Secondary education in the field of social work, human services, addictions, or mental health
2+ years of experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness and vulnerable populations
Clear vulnerable police record check
Valid Standard First Aid/CPR is a requirement of this position.
Training in nonviolent crisis intervention and ASSIST considered an asset
A valid drivers license

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

A willingness to uphold a lowbarrier approach and understanding of harm reduction and housing first principles.
Skillful inthemoment problem solving with a calm disposition
Knowledge of community resources in the City of London and system navigation will be an asset to this role.

Thank you for your interest in working with London Cares. Only those that selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Salary:
From $25.20 per hour

Schedule: