Job opportunity
Harm Reduction Worker at Lookout Society
Lookout Housing and Health Society
Join Lookout Housing and Health Society as a Harm Reduction Worker and make a meaningful impact in Langley. This casual position supports clients facing numerous challenges by implementing harm reduction practices throughout our programs.
As a Harm Reduction Worker, you'll play a vital role in the harm reduction initiative under the Program Manager's guidance. Your responsibilities will include overseeing harm reduction supplies, educating staff, and supporting guests in a caring environment. This role is essential for addressing serious issues such as mental health and substance abuse, ensuring the health and safety of those in need.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee Lookout’s Harm Reduction and Needle Distribution programs
• Assist staff in implementing approved harm reduction practices
• Provide clients with information on available resources
• Maintain organized manual and computerized records
• Participate in creating a safe and caring environment
Requirements:
• Certificate in social services or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with addiction and harm reduction resources
• Current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate
• Class 5 Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract
• Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector
Support and educate clients in harm reduction practices while ensuring their dignity and safety at Lookout Housing and Health Society.
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Apply on source site As a Harm Reduction Worker, you'll play a vital role in the harm reduction initiative under the Program Manager's guidance. Your responsibilities will include overseeing harm reduction supplies, educating staff, and supporting guests in a caring environment. This role is essential for addressing serious issues such as mental health and substance abuse, ensuring the health and safety of those in need.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee Lookout’s Harm Reduction and Needle Distribution programs
• Assist staff in implementing approved harm reduction practices
• Provide clients with information on available resources
• Maintain organized manual and computerized records
• Participate in creating a safe and caring environment
Requirements:
• Certificate in social services or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with addiction and harm reduction resources
• Current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate
• Class 5 Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract
• Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector
Support and educate clients in harm reduction practices while ensuring their dignity and safety at Lookout Housing and Health Society.
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