Apply harm reduction and crisis response skills as an Outreach Worker providing direct support in office at 221 Nelson Street in Sandy Hill.

The Outreach Worker supports street-involved individuals, people who use substances, and those facing systemic barriers. Working with the CTS team, you will build trust, provide basic needs support, and connect participants with health, housing, and social services. This casual contract runs until March 31st, with no guaranteed hours.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide direct engagement and practical support to participants
- Minimize risks within a harm reduction framework
- Facilitate access to health, housing, and social services
- Build trust with Sandy Hill community participants




- Contribute to improved health and social outcomes

Requirements:

- College diploma in social services, addictions, mental health, or related field
- Two years of community outreach or frontline harm reduction experience
- Experience supporting homelessness, substance use, or mental health challenges
- Excellent interpersonal and active listening skills
- Ability to assess risk and respond to crises

Bring compassionate, client-centered outreach skills to support well-being and service access for Sandy Hill community participants.

📌 Community Harm Reduction Outreach Worker (Ottawa)
🏢 Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
📍 Ottawa