Apply harm reduction and Housing First principles while delivering mobile resources, wellness checks, and emergency support from 71 Martha Street.

Main Street Project’s Van Outreach Support Worker supports people facing homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges. You will work collaboratively with community partners and multidisciplinary colleagues. Evening shifts provide support through the winter outreach initiative and year-round van program.

Key Responsibilities:

- Respond to requests from first responders and community partners
- Offer voluntary transport to Main Street Project shelter
- Provide resources, supplies, and information about services
- Support participants without judgment and encourage independence
- Collect accurate agency-required statistics on time

Requirements:

- Experience supporting adults experiencing homelessness preferred
- Post-secondary addictions or mental health education is an asset
- Ability to work with culturally diverse populations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and enter encampments

Combine trauma-informed practice, interpersonal communication, and crisis management in Main Street Project’s Winnipeg outreach program.

📌 Mobile Harm Reduction Support Worker (Canada)
🏢 Main Street Project
📍 Canada