Full-time Outreach Worker - Toronto, Canada - Ve'ahavta

Ve'ahavta

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

Outreach Worker:
Mobile Jewish Response to Homelessness

JOB OPPORTUNITY:
Street Outreach Worker (Full Time/Permanent)

Are you seeking deeply meaningful hands-on work? If so, this is an opportunity of a lifetime
Ve'ahavta values hard work, and we also value recognition, wellness, and taking care of each other.

This role includes the following compensation package:

Full group health benefits
Dental coverage
Wellness Spending Account allowance
Employee Assistance Program
Generous vacation and sick time off policies
Office closures for all statutory and Jewish holidays

Above all, we provide a warm, supportive, fun, and progressive working environment. Come join us

JOB PURPOSE

As a frontline Outreach Worker, you are the face of Ve'ahavta to our clients who are enduring homelessness and poverty. The outreach team performs life-saving work through the provision of essential supplies to, along with support and referrals for, our clients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mobile Jewish Response to Homelessness outreach van program operates 7 times per week (Monday - Saturday 2 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m.8 p.m.) in the downtown Toronto area. Ve'ahavta's Outreach Workers facilitate the distribution of essential supplies such as food, coffee, clothing, hygiene products, and harm reduction supplies to individuals experiencing homelessness. Our Outreach Workers also provide supportive services and referrals to other community organizations as needed.

Each Outreach Worker is also responsible for an educational component as well because this program includes a hands-on volunteer opportunity component, and each shift involves the participation of three volunteers, including youth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Service and Program Facilitation

Lead the outreach shift according to all standards of practice as outlined by Ve'ahavta policies
Provide exemplary and compassionate service to clients experiencing homelessness in the GTA
Provide support to clients via telephone or inperson outside of regular van shifts (during office/client support days)
Refer clients to services required for capacitybuilding and poverty relief, such as healthcare, housing, and counselling supports
Offer harm reduction strategies based on client needs
Complete shift exchange and case notes
Track and record all required data related to outreach work and client interactions
Drive the Ve'ahavta mobile outreach van safely and effectively
Populate the vehicle with supplies from the Ve'ahavta supply room
Track inventory of van supplies and order necessary supplies on a regular basis
Keep vehicle clean, wellmaintained, and serviced regularly according to service schedules
Work with fundraising and communications staff to identify sources of supply donations for the program
Communicate with other Outreach Workers regarding client issues or needs (for services, referral or referrals,tuations)

Volunteer Management

Supervise a small team of volunteers, ensuring a safe and fulfilling volunteer experience
Provide thorough orientation and education pertaining to homelessness and systemic poverty
Foster volunteer relationships and support of Ve'ahavta

Education and Advocacy

Deliver occasional public education and awareness activities about homelessness and marginalization for corporate and community groups
Engage in media opportunities as a representative of Ve'ahavta
Represent Ve'ahavta at community events, conferences, and other networking opportunities
Other duties as specified by Manager of Cthelient Outreach Programs

QUALIFICATIONS

Postsecondary education in social services or related field
Demonstrated experience with an understanding of homelessness, marginalized populations, including those experiencing mental illness and addictions
Demonstrated experience in crisis intervention and services
Thorough understanding of harm reduction practices
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of community/social services, particularly in areas of mental health, corrections, housing and health, ,in order to do appropriate referrals
Experience working with external community service partners and stakeholders
Proactive and "hands on" apphandson meet deadlines and accomplish assigned tasks and projects with mínimal supervision
Adept at working collaboratively, in building a clientcentered approach to support other team members and volunteers
Adept at working collaboratively, with team members and volunteers
Hold a valid driver's license and at least 5 years driving experience, with a clean driving record free of convictions and moving violations
Ability to carry up to 25 lbs. to manage the supplies and clothing bins
Ability to work a flexible schedule

- *Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police Records Check and Vulnerable S