Since 1910, Carya has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community.
Today, Carya impacts the lives of thousands of Calgarians through a range of comprehensive, barrier-free
programs and services that enhance mental well-being, strengthen families, improve living conditions, and
create meaningful social connections.
We walk alongside our community, nurturing the unique strengths,
abilities, and talents that individuals, families, and communities already possess to overcome adversity and
build strong foundations for their futures.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Primary Locations: Bowmont Commons, 5000 Bowness Rd NW & Village Commons, 610 8 Ave SE
Secondary Location: Community and In Home Full Time Temporary: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Length: 6-month Salary: $49,500 - $62,500
The Outreach Worker plays a crucial role in the delivery of programs and services to older adults and their
families living in the City of Calgary.
As a member of The Way In Network and Carya, the Outreach Worker's
primary role is to assist older adults in accessing services and resources in order to improve social inclusion,
economic self-sufficiency for older adults and increase the ability for them to participate in the community.
WHO YOU ARE
- A proactive self-starter who likes to get creative and support on diverse deliverables.
- An organized and critical thinker who can visualize organizational goals and progress towards them.
- A creative collaborator who values professional relationships, belonging, kindness and diverse
perspectives.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide efficient, collaborative, flexible, and client-centered services to participants, including needs
assessment, supportive referrals, resource navigation, and community connections.
- Collaborate within a team environment and support case management activities with partner
agencies.
- Communicate regularly with participants, partners, and natural supports, maintaining knowledge of
available resources for older adults.
- Perform advanced assessments for individuals with vulnerable circumstances and complex needs.
- Develop a comprehensive, participant -centered service plan and engage community supports to
- achieve service goals.
- Prioritize and achieve short and long-range goals with participants.
- Advocate for participant needs within complex resource systems.
- Compassionately assist participants in navigating mental health complexities, and connections to
- appropriate resources.
- Implement program initiatives and adapt as needed to change to ensure effective service delivery
- and to achieve program outcomes.
- Conduct regular visits with participants in various settings, including in homes.
- Collaborate with professionals from health, justice, and community services to improve participants'
- health, wellness, and recovery.
- Conduct presentations to promote the program as needed.
- Complete evaluation activities related to participant activities and enter data as per guidelines.
- Be an ambassador of Carya when collaborating with stakeholders, participants, and the public.
- Participate in mandatory training and professional development activities.
- Document and maintain accurate and timely participant records.
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Flourish with Carya
- Analyze and solve problems, taking initiative to support project goals.
- Independently and efficiently manage time and caseload.
- Attend and participate in agency team meetings, communities of practice, and other required events.
This task list is not intended to be exhaustive, and other tasks may be identified from time to time as being
required to ensure Carya's standards for case management are met.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field is required.
- Experience in working with individuals aged 65 and above.
- Must be capable of responding appropriately to crisis situations in a professional and ethical manner.
- Sound knowledge and practice in supporting social determinants of health, client centered and
- trauma informed care.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to act with discretion and confidentiality is expected.
- Effective presentation and facilitation skills, along with effective communication and interpersonal
- skills.
- A positive attitude, coupled with the ability to balance a dedication to quality service is essential.
- Exceptional team orientation and collaboration skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Completion of Natural Supports Framework training required.
- Certification with the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative's Core Brain Story.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 with a focus on SharePoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
- Proficiency, or at the very least, familiarity with case management software, such as Jane.
- A vehicle is required for this role, with a valid driver's license and car insurance.
WHY JOIN TEAM CARYA
When you join team Carya, you are joining