A Closer Look at Outreach Work at Connective
Looking for your next nonprofit career and a chance to make meaningful change? Discover Outreach Work at Connective and help build stronger communities.
Oct 29 2025 | Connective
At Connective, our Outreach Workers play a vital role in helping individuals build stability, independence, and community connection. They meet people where they are, and walk beside them as they navigate barriers, set goals, and work toward meaningful change.
Whether it’s helping someone find housing, access health care, or simply offering a consistent and compassionate presence, Outreach Workers are at the heart of Connective’s mission to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all. For those looking to build a nonprofit career focused on compassionate care, there’s no better place to start. We are currently hiring Outreach Workers to join our team.
About the Role
Our Outreach Workers provide individualized support to service users referred by Community Living British Columbia (CLBC).
This can mean researching resources, coordinating supports, helping service users build routines, find housing, access education or employment, and connect with community services. No two days look the same, and that’s part of what makes this work so dynamic. It is also an excellent way to develop professional growth in a hands-on nonprofit career.
“Each day is different, but a typical day looks like me leaving the office first thing and going to my first service user. Days are usually filled with running errands, going to appointments, connecting with resources, going for walks, or doing activities like reading or colouring.”
– Abbey
Hear from Our Team
When asked what advice they would share with future Outreach Workers, our team emphasized adaptability, empathy, and self-awareness.
“I entered this field aware that many people fight silent battles without support. It is meaningful to stand beside them as they navigate life’s toughest moments while providing compassionate care." – Ranvir
“The most rewarding part of the job is feeling like your work is making a positive impact on those you support. The growth and learning opportunities this job offers excites me the most and contributes to professional growth in my nonprofit career.” – Barry
"Hearing service users tell me they feel safer, or seeing someone connect with housing, medical care, or family after weeks of trying, is deeply meaningful. Being part of those turning points and knowing the little actions I take can change someone’s day or life trajectory, is what it’s all" – Onely
What Our Team Would Share with Future Team Members
We asked members of our Outreach team to share what brought them to this work, what they’ve learned, and what makes it meaningful.
"No situations are ever the same, being flexible and creative in your approach is key. The most important qualities for someone considering this work are empathy, good listening skills, and the ability to meet people where they are without judgment while delivering compassionate care." – Anonymous
"Flexibility is crucial! Being organized but adaptable is essential as paperwork and relationship-building happen side-by-side!" – Onely
"Something people might not realize about this role is how deeply relational it is. It’s not just about connecting people to resources; it is about building trust with individuals who may have every reason not to trust." – Ranvir
See the Work in Action
Curious what a day in the life of an Outreach Worker looks like?
Check out our Realistic Job Preview video for an inside look at how our team supports those in the community and what makes this work so meaningful.
How Connective Supports Our Staff
At Connective, we’re committed to supporting every staff member with the tools, training, and environment they need to thrive and achieve professional growth.
“Connective, and more specifically my manager, has been very supportive of the work I’m doing with those I serve. Words of encouragement and positive feedback from management really help during the tough times. In this nonprofit career, you’re quite independent throughout the day, so it’s nice knowing you have the trust from the organization and management that you’re doing your job.”
– Anonymous
Here’s some ways we support our team:
Competitive salaries and a commitment to being a Living Wage Employer
Comprehensive health, wellness, vision, and dental benefits (for employees working 20+ hours/week)
Paid training and ongoing professional growth, including MANDT and Naloxone programs
Employer-paid support services, including in-house counseling and EFAP
Opportunities for career growth across programs and departments
Access to On-Demand Pay
Join Our Team
If you are compassionate, flexible, and ready to make a real difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.
We’re looking for people who are flexible, empathetic, and grounded. A diploma in social services is an asset but lived experience and a willingness to learn are just as valuable. This role is perfect for anyone seeking a nonprofit career with opportunities for professional growth while delivering compassionate care.
Learn more about the Outreach Worker role and explore other opportunities on our Careers Page.
We are an equal opportunity workplace
At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.