General Outreach Worker

Work performed:  

Using a strength-based approach enhance client resiliency and capacity by:

• Responding to a variety of needs in a non-judgmental way through solution focused conversations;
• Connecting individuals and families to agencies and supports using referral with engagement;
• Providing advocacy through complex government systems;
• Assisting with problem solving and goal setting for individuals and families; 
• Assisting with identifying and building supportive networks;
• Providing access to relevant and appropriate resource materials;
• Providing assertive outreach support;
• Enhancing the dignity and value of marginalized individuals;
• Developing and delivering programs to engage the public and in response to expressed needs;
• Identifying community gaps and trends at Community Conversation meetings and collaborating with other participants to develop programs and strategies to address them;
• Becoming familiar with and carrying out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Health & Safety Manual along with Occupational Health & Safety regulations;
• Becoming familiar with and carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Community Outreach Services Policies and Procedures;
• Completing statistical reports and funder reports as required.
• Representing the department in a professional manner with internal and external contacts and acting as an ambassador for the Municipality of Jasper, Council and staff;
• Working collaboratively with other municipal department staff;