Title Harm Reduction Worker

Job Summary

Harm Reduction Worker –
Lookout Housing + Health Society

Location:

Cowichan Wellness and Recovery Center, Duncan, BC

Employment Status:
Part Time Permanent,

Hours:

Thursdays through Saturdays, 10:00 – 18:00 (7.5 hours per shift). Shifts are subject to change with two weeks’ notice. Probationary/qualifying period: 488 hours with mid and end point reviews. Salary: $27.92 - 29.60 per hour, depending on length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement).

• Provide oversight, coordination, and education of Lookout’s Harm Reduction program and the Needle Distribution program to support harm reduction practice through the Society
• Assist staff and managers with implementing harm reduction practices that are approved
• Provide assistance to clients by identifying and sharing information on a variety of resources
• Maintain related manual and computerized records
• Participate as a team member with staff to ensure a safe and caring environment by responding to emergencies and supporting others
• Remain alert and attentive during working hours; sleeping during shifts is not permitted
• Comply with and contribute to all aspects of the health and safety program

• Related Certificate in social services; or minimum Grade 12 education plus two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Familiarity with community resources; particularly harm reduction, addiction, mental health
• Current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate and negative TB Test
• Class 5 Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract
• Naloxone Training, Crisis Intervention (CPI), and Trauma Informed Practice Training is an asset
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting; strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries
• Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
• Strong physical and mental ability to perform job tasks and operate related equipment
• Minimum of two (2) years sobriety if applicable
• Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector required

Location:

Cowichan Wellness and Recovery Center, Duncan, BC

Days and Hours of Work:
Thursday through Saturday, 10:00–18:00

Closing Date:
at 5:00pm

All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Internal applicants should apply through Career Opportunities on SAP; external applicants will be reviewed after internal applicants.

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.