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The Lighthouse Supported Living is an emergency shelter, supported living and affordable housing provider offering a range of services to people experiencing homelessness and poverty to help them overcome barriers and achieve self-sufficiency. Our mission is to end homelessness through effective programs, partnerships, and advocacy. For more information, see our website: www.lighthousesaskatoon.org.
Working from a street outreach van, Mobile Outreach Support Workers provide transportation for Lighthouse residents and shelter clients to facilitate access to services. Support Workers respond to calls to assist and transport or will actively seek to locate and engage homeless and street entrenched individuals for the purpose of assessing immediate need and helping access shelter, health and social services. The Mobile Outreach Service works within a consumer centred, holistic, community based, outreach model. A multi-agency, coordinated approach is fostered so as to maximize safe, timely access to the appropriate service.
For full job description and list of requirements please visit: http://www.lighthousesaskatoon.org/about/careers/mobile-outreach-support-worker/
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
Type of Community or Social Service
- Services for the homeless
Work Setting
- Shelter for the homeless
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
- Driving record check (abstract)
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