03 Sep
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Alliance for Healthier Communities
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Ontario
03 Sep
Alliance for Healthier Communities
Ontario
Become a Community-Focused Outreach Worker with Regent Park Community Health Centre. Provide vital support to individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use issues in Toronto.
This full-time role within the HART Hub Team is designed for those passionate about social justice and harm reduction. You will engage directly with vulnerable populations, offering assistance and connecting them to essential services like mental health support and housing. Building trusting relationships is key to the outreach process, allowing for effective engagement in crisis situations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Connect with individuals in shelters and public settings
• Evaluate needs for food, shelter, and hygiene supplies
• Utilize de-escalation strategies in crisis situations
• Educate community members on overdose responses
• Collaborate with local organizations to improve service access
Requirements:
• Degree/diploma in relevant field or applicable experience
• Dedication to harm reduction practices and community empowerment
• Solid communication and conflict resolution skills
• Experience with marginalized populations and social issues
• Knowledge of Regent Park’s community dynamics
Bring your compassion and skills to a community-focused role designed to foster recovery and support those in need.
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📌 Community-Focused Outreach Worker Role (Ontario)
🏢 Alliance for Healthier Communities
📍 Ontario