Overview
Addictions Outreach Worker Jobs in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada at Home Base Yellowknife
Description
Position Title:
Addictions Outreach Worker
Position Type:
Part-time/Casual (0 – 24 hrs per week)
(5 months TERM w/ the possibility of extension)
Start Date:
September 2024
Pay: $26/hr
Location:
Yellowknife, NT
Reports to:
Associate Director
Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Director, the Addictions Outreach Worker will be responsible for providing mobile outreach services to high-risk youth with substance abuse problems. The Outreach worker will assist in transporting youth, work to mitigate risk and ensure the personal health and safety of the youth while in the community. The Outreach Worker will work in accordance with a flexible schedule to meet the program requirements as determined by the Associate Director.
The Outreach Worker will ensure a trauma-informed, strengths-based, harm reduction approach is utilized when supporting youth who may be experiencing mental health issues, addiction issues and other problems. Through mutual respect and conflict resolution, support staff will ensure a safe and welcoming environment is maintained.
Responsibilities
Drive the Outreach Vehicle, picking up youth who require transportation to a safe location
Work well within a team to ensure a positive, constructive work environment
Engage with youth at all times: be open, communicative, and supportive
Ensure youth is supervised at all times
Utilize conflict resolution in supporting youth with complex needs
Interact with youth using appropriate, respectfulcommunication and to model positive social interaction
Maintain a cooperative, friendly, helpful and positive attitude with youth
Role model with enthusiasm and positive energy
Supporting youth under the influence, ensuring their safety and wellbeing
Assisting HB frontline staff when and as needed or required with respect to the youth
Respect all Home Base locations and their rules and regulations
Engage with community to promote supports for youth
Communicate with the Associate Director and/or Dorms Manager
Complete necessary and ongoing documentation
Attend or complete training opportunities as provided and related to the youth
Qualifications
Class 5 Drivers’ License with at least one year driving experience required
Clear Driver’s Abstract required
First Aid and CPR Certification required
Vulnerable Sector check from the RCMP within the past 6 month
HBYK Oath of confidentiality
Discipline Agreement & Rules to Follow at HBYK
Firm and established professional boundaries
Extremely punctual and reliable
Strong time management skills.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong organizational skills
Experience working with persons impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, a trauma background, and various behavioral needs
Enthusiasm and desire to work with at risk youth and make a positive impact on their life
Knowledge of Northern First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures
Must be able to work various shift work including days/ and or nights, awake overnights
Please provide a Cover Letter & Resume for a complete Expression of interest for this position by closing date, 24 September, 2024 to:
Email: (Job Description available)
Thank you to all the candidates that have submitted an application and advise only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Title: Addictions Outreach Worker
Company: Home Base Yellowknife
Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Category: Social Work (Youth Development, Community Health, Crisis Counselor), Non-Profit & Social Impact (Youth Development, Community Health)
