Outreach Worker I – Safeworks
- Classification: Outreach Worker I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Department: Safeworks SCS Program
- Primary Location: Sheldon M Chumir Health Centre
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.70
- Posting End Date: 26-MAR-2019
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 22-APR-2019
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 12
- Shifts per cycle: 42
- Shift Pattern: Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $25.46
- Maximum Salary: $33.18
- Vehicle Requirement: N/A
Completion of diploma from a post-secondary program in a related field.
Additional Required Qualifications:Minimum 2-4 years’ experience working in addictions and/or mental health. Minimum 2 years’ experience working with diverse and marginalized populations particularly the homeless. Previous experience in a health care setting or in a human services field outside of health care setting.
Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge and experience of the principles and practice of harm reduction. Knowledge of an Indigenous language will be considered an asset. Knowledge of health care and community services. Knowledge of systemic issues such as poverty and stigma. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team in a collaborative manner. Ability to be organized and self-directed. Demonstrates good written skills, computers and computer software. Familiar with Indigenous cultures and practices.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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