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Description

STR8 UP is all about assisting and supporting addictive gang members in their transformation from dysfunctional and fatal relationships, to healthy and fulfilling relationships with self, others, Mother Earth and Higher Power, based on spiritual values of Honesty and Humility.
STR8 UPs outreach support adults and youth in correctional facilities and the community as they move through the justice system and transition out of the gang lifestyle to become responsible community members. They face major socio-economic and health challenges, systemic racisms, addictions and individual challenges. Outreach advocates, mediates, counsels, mentors and negotiates resources on their behalf. Must be living a healthy lifestyle.
The Outreach Worker is part of a wrap around team that provides support and consultation to the Primary Outreach Workers. The Outreach Worker will be responsible for supporting and implementing case plans, and assisting with all aspects of development and delivery of programming. The OW provides support to Primary Outreach Workers and service providers in developing participants release (if applicable) and monthly service plans. The OW will interact with participants, help identify and establish appropriate community supports, as well as coordinate administrative aspects of case management. The delegated Outreach Worker in consultation retains final decision-making responsibility
To qualify, you will possess or be working towards a degree or diploma in human services in any of the following fields: Social Work, Indigenous Social Work, Human Justice, Education, Arts: Justice Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, and Indigenous Studies, or relevant experience equivalent.