Youth Mobile Street Outreach Worker

Company: Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

 Hamilton Regional Indian Centre 
Employment Opportunity 
Closes: Posted until filled   
 
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre is currently accepting applications to fill a full-time 
vacancy of Youth Mobile Street Outreach Worker. 
 
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. 
We are culturally based and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff 
member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and 
Traditional Knowledge Keepers and. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy 
structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere. 
 
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) Youth Mobile Street Outreach Worker (YMSOW), 
under the direction of the Executive Director or Designate, will assist with providing resources 
and supports to Indigenous youth who are at risk of or are experiencing homelessness.  
 
The YMSOW will work as a member of the mobile street outreach team on the street connecting 
with Indigenous youth at various locations including emergency shelters, encampments, parks, 
etc. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record; 
• 2-year post-secondary education in Child and Youth Work, Social Service Work and/or 
Indigenous Studies or a combination of equivalent and relevant education; 
• 2 years' experience in youth outreach, advocacy, or support; 
• Experience working with Indigenous peoples;  
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history; 
• Skilled in establishing trusting relationships with youth; 
• Knowledge of homelessness issues; 
• Knowledge of Indigenous and non-Indigenous community services and supports; 
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances; 
• Familiarity with the local area; 
• Capability to move, lift, and store heavy boxes and large containers; 
• Ability to demonstrate positive role modelling; 
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships;  
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a 
diverse environment;  
• Experience in using Microsoft Office/365 applications and other databases; 
• First Aid-CPR certification or be willing to be certified; 
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training and experience; and, 
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check. 

HOURS OF OPERATION: Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (8-hour shift within these hours of 
operation), occasional evenings/weekends 
SALARY RANGE: $52,372.00-$57,050.00 per annum 
 
The HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation in accordance with 
current policies. This includes 7 paid personal emergency days, 5 paid cultural days, 4 paid 
holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid vacation, paid shutdown over the 
winter holiday week, and a group benefits program. HRIC employee group benefits program has 
mandatory enrollment for full time permanent employees; eligible employees will be able to 
enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.    
 
HRIC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment in concert with 
the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. As such, we will 
make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the 
recruitment process.  
 
HRIC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect 
discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring 
process. In pursuit of this commitment, we will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination 
or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This 
commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.  
 
Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of the Indigenous people of 
Turtle Island, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people of Turtle Island who possess the 
requisite skill sets and experience. 
 
Artificial intelligence is not used by HRIC to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role. 
 
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter, resume, and 3 employment 
references to jobs@hric.ca or in an envelope marked CONFIDENTIAL to: 
 
Human Resources 
Hamilton Regional Indian Centre 
34 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y7 
FAX:  905-548-0024