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About The Link: Youth and Family Supports About the Prospect The Link is hiring! Come grow with Us, walk along side people in our community as we grow solid & resilient together. We are seeking candidates with strong character that share our vision for a brighter future; people of action who can support the resilience and potential in people. We honor and strive to model through our actions the traditional Seven Teachings of the Anishinaabe: Love, Respect, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, Humility & Truth
POSITION SUMMARY The Street Reach Outreach Worker is responsible for locating, engaging, and supporting high-risk children and youth who are absent, at risk of sexual exploitation, or experiencing significant vulnerability. Working from a trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and relationship-based approach, the Outreach Worker provides mobile, community-based outreach, safety planning, and system navigation supports. The Outreach Worker works collaboratively with Child and Family Services, police, community partners, and families to ensure coordinated responses that support youth wellbeing and stability. The Street Reach - Outreach Worker is responsible for a combination of direct street outreach, investigation and tracking of high risk and at-risk youth. They must maintain good working relationships with partnering agencies, family members and caregivers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOutreach, Engagement & Relationship Building
Conduct proactive, mobile outreach in communities, including streets, shelters, schools, and other locations youth frequent
Build trusting, consistent relationships with high-risk youth, families, and caregivers
Maintain ongoing contact with youth in placement and those identified through Street Reach
Provide culturally safe, non-judgmental, and youth-centered support
Missing Youth Response & Safety
Respond to requests to locate and return youth identified as High-Risk Victims (HRV)
Collaborate with Child and Family Services, Police,



and community partners in search efforts
Conduct safety planning and immediate risk assessments
Support safe return to placement, family, or community
Advocacy, System Navigation & Support
Advocate for youth needs across systems (housing, health, justice, education, income supports)
Communicate youth priorities to inform Case Managers who will complete referrals for appropriate services and cultural supports.
Conduct outreach services in alignment with the youth’s Case Plan.
Support youth in accessing basic needs and stabilizing supports
Educate youth, families, and partners on risks, resources, and prevention strategies
Collaboration & Community Partnerships
Participate in coordinated Street Reach operations and case planning
Build and maintain relationships with service providers, outreach teams, and community organizations
Share information appropriately to support coordinated care and reduce duplication
Risk Identification & Community Safety
Identify and report individuals, locations, and activities related to child sexual exploitation as per the required legislative responsibilities.
Maintain awareness of high-risk environments and emerging community risks
Contribute to prevention efforts through information sharing and outreach presence
Documentation & Accountability
Maintain accurate, timely documentation, case notes, and statistics
Complete required reports aligned with program, legal, and funding requirements
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and performance evaluation processes
General Organizational Responsibilities
Participates in regular coaching and supervision with their supervisor.
Operate within the procedures and philosophy of the Street Reach Community Coalition.




QUALIFICATIONS Degree or Diploma in social services, Diploma/Certificate in Child & Youth Care, or other relevant discipline
Minimum of three to four years of experience in direct service, including outreach
Individuals with lived experience are considered an asset
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Strong understanding of:Child sexual exploitation and high-risk youth dynamicsTrauma-informed and harm reduction approachesChild and Family Services systems and legislationCriminal Code provisions related to child protection
Ability to:Build trust and relationships with vulnerable youth Work independently and within a team in high-pressure environmentsNavigate complex systems and advocate effectively Communicate clearly and maintain detailed documentation
Demonstrated commitment to culturally grounded, anti-colonial, and identity-centered practice
Understanding of the impacts of intergenerational trauma
Experience working with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit youth and communities
WORKING CONDITIONS Community-based, mobile work across diverse environments
Exposure to high-risk and crisis situations
Combination of fieldwork and administrative responsibilities
Frequent interaction with multiple systems and partners
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector), Child Abuse Registry, and Prior Contact checks – a clear background check is not a required condition for employment, and further safety screening would occur to assess for suitability.
First Aid/CPR and de-escalation training certification
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and nights
Ability to perform physically and emotionally challenging work in community settings
Preference will be giving to Indigenous candidates, whose perspective and experience inform fundamental competencies. SALARY RANGE: $25.40 per hour. Dependent upon qualifications HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week - days, evenings and possible weekends

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