Homeless outreach worker

Homeless outreach workers connect with people living on the streets to build trust and link them to services. The work involves going out into encampments and public spaces, meeting people where they are, building relationships over time, assessing needs and safety, and helping people access housing, healthcare, and support.

They work for nonprofits and outreach programs. The role suits patient, compassionate, resilient people who can build trust with people who have often been let down, work in difficult and sometimes unsafe conditions, and persist through the slow process of helping people off the streets.