Provide trauma informed outreach support at Whitehorse Public Library while applying harm reduction and crisis de-escalation skills. This casual position serves Whitehorse, Yukon.
Reporting to the Supervisor of Community Outreach Services, the Library Outreach Worker provides client-centered, in office support. The role helps individuals with complex needs navigate social and community supports. It contributes to downtown Whitehorse safety, health, and well-being through collaboration between Health and Social Services and Community Services.
Key Responsibilities: Provide client-centered, trauma informed outreach support
Help individuals access social and community supports
Assess safety risks and de-escalate challenging situations
Work independently inside Whitehorse Public Library




Collaborate within a multidisciplinary outreach team
Requirements: Recent experience working directly with vulnerable individuals
Recent trauma informed care experience based on best practices
Knowledge and experience with harm reduction practices
Experience in crisis intervention, prevention, and de-escalation
Effective oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Bring trauma informed care, harm reduction knowledge, and crisis response experience to community outreach in Whitehorse Public Library.

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📌 Trauma Informed Outreach Worker (Yukon)
🏢 Yukon Government
📍 Yukon