Outreach support worker

Now hiring: Outreach support worker at Bissell Centre in Edmonton, AB. This position requires the successful applicant to begin duties at the earliest opportunity. We are offering a Casual employment - Part time opportunity. Shift timings include: Day, Night, Weekend, On call.

Job Description

• The candidate must prepare reports or case histories.
• The candidate must perform administrative and office activities.
• The candidate must perform administrative tasks.
• The candidate must refer offenders to community and social services programs.
• The candidate must assess clients’ relevant skill strengths and development needs.
• The candidate must conduct follow-up assessments.
• The candidate must develop, co-ordinate, and implement the delivery of specific services within the community.
• The candidate must resolve conflict situations.
• The candidate must supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses.
• The candidate must liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
• The candidate should be client-focused.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must show initiative.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in a community agency to deliver programs, coordinate services, and support individuals and families.
• The candidate should be willing to relocate and be ready to move to a new city/different city for a job.
• The candidate must work in a community centre to organize programs, manage facilities, and engage with community members.
• The candidate should work in associations and non-profit organizations, a legal entity organized and operated for a collective, public or social benefit.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must undergo a criminal record check.
• The candidate must be able to pass a child welfare check.

Benefits

• The employer will pay for the candidate's learning/training.
• The candidate will have access to on-site recreation and activities.
• The candidate will have access to team-building opportunities.

How to apply

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• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?