Mobile Outreach Worker

About the Role:

 

As a Mobile Outreach Leader at Northwest Community Group Inc., you will play a crucial role in providing essential support and services to individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the Brisbane area. A key aspect of this role involves setting up tents for individuals in need of temporary shelter.

Key Responsibilities:

Outreach and Engagement:

• Working in a team, actively engage with individuals experiencing homelessness in various locations, such as parks, streets, and shelters.

• Build rapport and establish trust with individuals to understand their needs and concerns.

• Conduct outreach activities, including erecting tents, welfare checks, and food drop off.

 

Tent Setup and Maintenance:

• Set up tents in designated areas, ensuring they are secure and weather-proof.

• Set up airbeds and bed packs in tents.

• Monitor previous tents, as well as monitor communications from BCC regarding possible tent removals.

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​Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong commitment to helping individuals experiencing homelessness.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

• Physical fitness to set up and maintain tents.

• Able to commit to at least 1 shift (4 hours) per fortnight.

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To Apply:
Please submit your application to Paul (President) at paul@nwcg.org.au