Homeless Outreach Worker
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About the role
Location: Pemberton Compensation: $29.17
Hours of Work: 7hrs/wk – working hours are Position posted on: May 14, 2026
dependent on program needs. Start date: As soon as possible
Nature of position: Permanent, Part-Time
ABOUT SSCS:
Founded in 1978, Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) is a leading social service provider
in BC’s Sea to Sky Corridor. We operate within a large geographic area - from Pemberton to
Britannia Beach. We offer 41 programs and services that support and enhance the lives of
residents through all ages and stages of life. Our programs include early childhood
development, childcare, counselling, family support, youth services, community living
services and affordable housing. We help create healthy, connected and diverse
communities where everyone can grow, develop and lead meaningful lives.
Contribution:
Plans, implements, and oversees the day-to-day activities of the program. Provides out-of-
office community outreach. Participates in program development, policies and procedure
formulation, program evaluation and budget preparation.
Qualifications:
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Diploma in a related human/social service-related field.
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Two (2) years recent related experience.
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Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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Valid First Aid Certificate.
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Valid Driver’s License.
Job skills and abilities:
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Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with a variety of staff,
professionals, and other members of the community.
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Knowledge of mental health and addictions issues.
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Ability to engage in out of office community outreach.
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Training in non-violent crisis intervention an asset.
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Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities:
- Plans and implements the program, in consultation with the Program Director,
according to its mandate and performance measures of the contract.
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Connects clients with stable accommodation.
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Connects clients with income assistance where appropriate.
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Refers clients to community-based support services.
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Provides support/information to landlords who have housed clients.
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Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program by ensuring that the necessary
facilities and equipment are in place, program guidelines and policies are adhered
to, and program standards and licensing requirements are met.
- Makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding program development,
budget considerations, policy and procedure formulation and program evaluation
including trends.
- Promotes public awareness of and support for the program by performing duties
such as having promotional materials available as needed and attending
community meetings and external events as required.
- Liaises with the homeless population, community service providers and other
professionals to coordinate service provision, facilitate referrals to the program and
represent the organization or program.
- Monitors and authorizes program expenditures in consultation with the Program
Director and maintains financial records in accordance to established procedures.
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Maintains petty cash for program.
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Maintains related records and statistics and produces reports as required.
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Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
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Criminal Record Review.
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Signed confidentiality form.
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Approved reference check.
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Access to a reliable vehicle.
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Driver’s abstract.
Benefits and Perks:
Healthcare: We offer an extended health program for employees who work 20 hrs/wk or
more. The program through Group Health covers MSP premiums, dental, vision, prescription
medication, select alternative therapies, life insurance, and long-term disability. We also
have an Employee and Family Assistance program. The premiums of the plan are 100% paid
by the employer.
Vacation & Leave: Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first
and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one
additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays.
Retirement Pension: When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension
Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS.
Other Perks: Casual dress, employee events, on-site parking, paid sick days, and more.
Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $29.17 per hour.
Apply today: jobs@sscs.ca