Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary

Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe (MIK) supports women and children affected by systemic marginalization and substance use who have complex health and social needs. Functioning as part of a coordinated service delivery team, the Outreach Worker works proactively with new and existing clients, offering a range of support and recovery services, within an existing service plan and on an as-needed basis. The Outreach Worker is a relationship-builder and advocate and provides service in a non-judgmental and culturally appropriate manner, helping clients to build new skills and achieve their goals.

Qualifications

Education

Valid Drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle

Service Delivery Skills, Expertise and Experience

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in community, preferably with program's target population

Experience providing outreach with hard to hard-to-reach populations

Critical Skills

Proven knowledge and ability in relationship-building, critical thinking, facilitation, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values

Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values

Indigenous Understanding

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration

Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness

MCC Philosophies

Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems

Assets

Post-secondary education in a Social Services field

Bona Fide Occupation Requirement

Gender is a bona fide occupational requirement: this position is open to self-identifying female applicants only.

All positions are subject to Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.

Please submit your application here: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/MOU5100MOCL/JobBoard/d15af943-9d30-405e-96b3-b4f81389547f/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=6731c2de-94ff-4887-834a-b351fa73264e

We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.