Job opportunity
Van Outreach Support Worker Winnipeg
Main Street Project Inc.
Support Winnipeg community members through harm reduction and crisis response as a Van Outreach Support Worker with Main Street Project during evening shifts.
Main Street Project seeks a Van Outreach Support Worker for its 24/7 mobile outreach program. The term position supports people experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use issues. Apply client-centred care, Housing First, and harm reduction philosophies while helping participants access safety, supplies, transportation, and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive and operate Main Street Project outreach vans
Provide transportation to community members as required
Distribute food, clothing, shelter, hygiene, and harm reduction supplies
Respond to emergencies, assess situations, and document critical incidents
Visit encampments and identify people needing support
Requirements:
Relevant human services education and experience
Knowledge of addictions, mental health, and poverty-related health determinants
Client-centred approach using harm reduction and Housing First
Valid Class 5 driver's licence
Current CPR, Basic First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid
Bring outreach, crisis management, driving, and communication skills to Main Street Project's evening van service in Winnipeg.
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Apply on source site Main Street Project seeks a Van Outreach Support Worker for its 24/7 mobile outreach program. The term position supports people experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or substance use issues. Apply client-centred care, Housing First, and harm reduction philosophies while helping participants access safety, supplies, transportation, and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive and operate Main Street Project outreach vans
Provide transportation to community members as required
Distribute food, clothing, shelter, hygiene, and harm reduction supplies
Respond to emergencies, assess situations, and document critical incidents
Visit encampments and identify people needing support
Requirements:
Relevant human services education and experience
Knowledge of addictions, mental health, and poverty-related health determinants
Client-centred approach using harm reduction and Housing First
Valid Class 5 driver's licence
Current CPR, Basic First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid
Bring outreach, crisis management, driving, and communication skills to Main Street Project's evening van service in Winnipeg.
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