Outreach Worker

Job Category: Front-Line Outreach & Mental Health Workers

This position is responsible for outreach activities designed to connect individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with appropriate resources by use of the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation practices and in line with the mission, objectives and policies of Coast Mental Health.

Typical duties include

• Actively seek out individuals in the community who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and may require community supports and services. Assess their suitability for the program based on the established guidelines.
• Work with client support networks to facilitate successful independent living.
• Provide one-to-one support and counseling on life skills and health maintenance.
• Implement, when necessary, crisis management techniques.
• Participate in appropriate community / public relations regarding Coast outreach program. This includes ...