Community outreach professionals can support unsheltered individuals across Halifax Regional Municipality through housing-focused case management and respectful engagement.

As an Outreach Worker with Shelter Nova Scotia, you will connect with individuals, couples, and families in community settings. The work addresses immediate needs, supports shelter and housing connections, and uses harm-reducing, trauma-aware, anti-oppressive practice. You will document client interactions, coordinate referrals, and respond to changing needs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct street outreach, wellness checks, and follow-up contacts
- Build trusting relationships with unsheltered clients
- Connect clients with shelter, housing, and community services




- Transport or accompany clients to appointments
- Document interactions and update HIFIS records

Requirements:

- Degree or diploma in social sciences, social work, or human services
- Valid driver’s license
- First Aid and CPR Level C certification or willingness to obtain
- Required criminal record and Child Abuse Registry checks
- One year of relevant shelter or homelessness experience is an asset

Bring outreach, documentation, crisis response, and housing coordination skills to Shelter Nova Scotia’s community-based team.

📌 Community Outreach Housing Support Worker (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Shelter Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality