Downtown Outreach Support Professional
This critical role offers vital support to individuals facing homelessness in the downtown Victoria area, facilitating connections to essential services and addressing pressing needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Engage with homeless individuals in public spaces, parks, and bus shelters, providing outreach support.
* Conduct risk assessments, identify challenges, and deliver appropriate counseling and support services.
* Develop short-term intervention plans within established program guidelines.
* Arrange transportation for appointments, collect information, and maintain accurate client records.
Essential Qualifications:
* A diploma in a relevant human or social services field.
* Current First Aid Certification.
* A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with a clean driving abstract.
Working Conditions:
This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm. Compensation ranges between AU$45,000 and AU$50,000 annually.