Community Outreach Worker - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe; Lord Selkirk Park

Position: #2026-058 | Community Outreach Worker - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe (Lord Selkirk Park)
Overview  Date:
May 29, 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.: #

Reports to:

Program Manager - MIK - Manito Ikwe Kagiikwe
Closing Date:
June 12, 2026, at 4:00pm
Union: CUPE – Community Support
Hourly Rate: $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.
Organization context  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.
Responsibilities   Engage with new and existing clients to understand needs and service goals.
Provide support and recovery services within an existing service plan, on an as-needed basis.
Build trusting, non-judgmental relationships and advocate for clients’ well-being and self-sufficiency.
Collaborate with the service delivery team to coordinate care and referrals.
Promote culturally safe practices and align with organizational values.
Qualifications    Education   Must have a Valid Driver's 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 of 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.

Other requirements   All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. 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 the position.
Application process  Please submit your application via the internal posting. External links have been omitted from this description.
Note  We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected and applied via the posting.

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