#2026-060 Community Outreach Worker - Community Wellness
Date: May 29, 2026
Position: Community Outreach Worker – Community Wellness
Status: Full-Time, (1.0 FTE), Permanent
Hours of Work*: Monday – Friday: 8:45am – 5:00pm
Department: Community Services
Job Posting No.: #2026-060
Reports to: Program Manager – Community Wellness
Closing Date: June 12, 2026, at 4:00pm
Union: CUPE – Community Support
Salary: $26.40 - $30.53/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.
This position assists with finding housing for individuals and families recently evicted or at risk of eviction. Client services include liaising with landlords, including social housing, support in acquiring ID, accessing income supports such as EIA, and finding rental housing. The Community Outreach Worker provides short-term ongoing support to promote successful tenancies and individual well-being.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Community Outreach Worker is, in accordance with professional practice standards, responsible for the following:
• Arrange and support rental unit viewings, landlord interviews, and lease negotiations.
• Provide tenant support including education on rights and responsibilities, home visits, and connection to local community resources.
• Identify, build, and maintain ongoing relationships with local landlords.
Qualifications
Education
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's target population
Experience providing outreach with hard to hard-to-reach populations
Critical Skills
Proven knowledge and ability in relationship-building, critical thinking, facilitation, 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
Indigenous Understanding
Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families
Interdisciplinary Team, Collaboration
Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity and cultural awareness
MCC Philosophies
Strong knowledge, commitment and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed and community development principles in all aspects of the work
Communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computer systems
Assets
Post-secondary education in a Social Services field
All positions are subject to Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.
Please submit your application here: #2026-060 Community Outreach Worker – Community Wellness
We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.
