Indigenous Youth Outreach Worker

Support Indigenous youth through community outreach, advocacy, harm reduction, and health education with Durham Community Health Centre in Oshawa.

The Indigenous Youth Outreach Worker serves youth aged 12 to 21 who may be at-risk, vulnerable, or marginalized. This temporary full-time contract provides support within an interprofessional community health team. The work includes navigating health and social services, coordinating programs, and promoting referrals.

• Conduct outreach supporting at-risk Indigenous youth in the community
• Assist clients advocating for needs and navigating service systems
• Deliver individual and group health promotion and harm reduction education
• Coordinate life skills and education programs for Indigenous youth
• Maintain partnerships with community organizations and service providers

• Complete a two-year Health or Social Services postsecondary program
• Bring Indigenous cultural knowledge, connection, teachings, and experience
• Have at least one year of community-setting experience
• Demonstrate advocacy, negotiation, communication, and assessment skills
• Hold a valid driver's license and travel within Durham

Bring Indigenous youth engagement, community outreach, and health promotion experience to Durham Community Health Centre's Oshawa team.