Adult Outreach Worker - House of Friendship - Jobs in British Columbia, British Columbia, V2L 3G6

Job Description

The Prince George Native Friendship Centre (PGNFC) delivers programs and services through a lens of reconciliation, as we have been doing since the inception of the PGNFC for the past 50+ years. A key component of this journey is ensuring the voices of each person is heard and included in our trauma informed and culturally dynamic approach; this perspective is critical to reconciliation. We respect and honour people #39;s stories as they share their experiences, perspectives, and beliefs in the direction we are taking as an organization; we view this as a strengths-based process, where we build upon the multitude and diversity of existing strengths.Prince George Native Friendship Centre quot;We are a dynamic and compassionate team facilitating individual, family, and community growth, well- being and mutual understanding through thequot;power of friendship quot;.Come join our House of Friendship team as an:Adult Outreach Worker(s) - Full TimeHouse of Friendship Outreach Program - $26/hr.Do you want to actively engage with individuals in communityThe position provides outreach and support to adults who are part of Community Living BC. The Life Skills Worker works in a team environment and is expected to provide specific support to individuals with adverse abilities and support their journey to inter-dependent living, employment readiness, job search, and social development. This position provides outreach in community and provides day to day support, crisis support, referrals to community-based programming, skill training and development. The position requires you to work flexible hours providing service including evenings and weekends. This position is required to be part of the on-call crisis response system.Preferred qualifications include:

• A Diploma preferably in Community Social Services, Social Work or a combination of education and experience;
• Experience in working with Aboriginal groups/communities in a cultural context;
• Certification: First Aid, Class 4 Driver #39;s License, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Suicide Intervention, and Food Safe;
• Ability to undergo a successful criminal record search;
• May encounter verbally abusive, aggressive and/or agitated individuals, and the ability to deal courteously, firmly, tactfully and diplomatically;
• A thorough appreciation, awareness, working experience and sensitivity of Indigenous history and culture, as well as a thorough understanding of the complexities of working with diverse populations; and
• Ability to work flexible hours providing service including evenings and weekends.

Preference will be given to applicants of Canadian Indigenous ancestry. We encourage all candidates to self-identify. Our process is protected by the BC Human Rights Tribunal under Non-Profit Exemption.To apply for this position please visit website at https://pgnfc.prevueaps.com to submit a resume and cover letter before March 31, 2025.Prince George Native Friendship Center