Homeless Outreach Worker

BRAIN INJURY SOCIETY – Homeless Outreach Worker

1 Full-time Position (35 hours/week) in our Homeless Prevention Program

Worker will be available to provide outreach services to adults that are homeless or at risk of being homeless within the Penticton area, Monday – Friday.

Job requires the following:

• Outreach services to engage people who are experiencing Homelessness or At Risk of Homelessness;

• Assessing Client’s needs;

• Assisting with personal goals;

• Connecting individuals and families with Housing and appropriate services;

• A team approach to Outreach Services;

• Participate in client referral and follow-up; • Transportation for clients as needed to access services; • Advocate and/or mediate on behalf of clients; • Support clients meeting basic needs; and

Qualifications:

• Relevant post-secondary education; BSW or other related discipline

• Minimum 2 years current experience working with multiple bar...