Job detail

#2026-028 | Community Outreach Worker - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe

Mount Carmel Clinic

#Equity #Inclusion #Advocacy #Community Outreach #Substance Use #Service Delivery #Harm Reduction #Program Manager #CUPE

Quick overview

The Outreach Worker proactively engages with new and existing clients who are women and children affected by systemic marginalization and substance use, offering support and recovery services within an established service plan. This role involves acting as a relationship-builder and advocate, providing non-judgmental and culturally appropriate service to help clients build new skills and achieve their goals.

Requirements summary

A minimum of two years of experience working in the community, preferably with the target population, and experience providing outreach to hard-to-reach populations are required, along with a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle access. Applicants must demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to organizational values, including Reconciliation and cultural safety.

Problem-SolvingTeamworkPrioritizationCritical ThinkingOutreachCultural AwarenessDecision-MakingHarm ReductionService DeliveryCultural SafetyCommunity DevelopmentTrauma-Informed ApproachesConflict-ResolutionFocus on Results

Job description

Date

February 27, 2026
Position:
Community
Outreach
Worker
Status: Full-Time, (1.0 FTE), Permanent Hours of Work*: Monday-Friday; 8:45am 5:00pm
Department: Early Learning & Parenting Job Posting No.: #2026-028
Reports to: Program Manager - MIK - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe

Closing Date: March 13, 2026, at 4:00pm Union: CUPE – Community Support

Hourly Rate

$25.631-$29.643/hr *These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization *Mount Carmel Clinic Operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary

Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe (MIK) supports women and children affected by systemic marginalization and substance use who have complex health and social needs. Functioning as part of a coordinated service delivery team, the Outreach Worker works proactively with new and existing clients, offering a range of support and recovery services, within an existing service plan and on an as-needed basis. The Outreach Worker is a relationship-builder and advocate and provides service in a non-judgmental and culturally appropriate manner, helping clients to build new skills and achieve their goals

Qualifications

Education Must have a Valid Drivers’ License and access to a reliable vehicle. Service Delivery Skills, Expertise and Experience Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in community, preferably with program target population Experience providing outreach with hard to reach populations Critical Skills Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills Focus on Results Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve service goals and produce expected results/outcomes Alignment with Organizational Values Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission and values Commitment to Reconciliation Knowledge and historical factors that affect the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families Teamwork Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness MCC Philosophies Strong knowledge of diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development approaches Assets Post-Secondary Education in a Social Services field Bona Fide Occupation Requirement Gender is a bona fide occupational requirement: this position is open to self-identifying female applicants only All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for position. Please submit your application here: #2026-028 | Community Outreach Worker - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe | Mount Carmel Clinic External Opportunities [] We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & applied via link for the interview.