Refix Overdose Prevention Site, Responsible Person

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre Full time

Employment Opportunity:
ReFix Overdose Prevention Site, Responsible Person in Charge (RPIC)

Location:
Halifax, NS

Salary:
$25/hour, 35 hours per week

Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm

Employment Term:
Hire Date until March 31, 2025 (with possible renewal)

Reports To:
ReFix Coordinator and Direction 180 Program Manager

General Description:

Direction 180, a program of the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre is looking for
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ReFix OPS Responsible Person in Charge. The RPIC is the first point of contact for all clients seeking services at ReFix OPS. This position supports people who use drugs to use in a safe supportive space.

The RPIC is responsible for employing a trauma-informed, harm reduction approach to support vulnerable clients with complex trauma, medical, mental health and substance use disorders.

This job description will change as the workplace changes. The RPIC reports directly to the ReFix Coordinator and Program Manager. The hours offered are full time, Monday to Friday, from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

Key Responsibilities:

We are looking for an individual to perform the following duties:

  • Oversee the day-to-day operation of the OPS
  • Ensure the site is well stocked with safer drug using equipment, naloxone and any other materials and supplies required to operate the site
  • Control the flow of service users into and out of each area
  • Refer any major staff concerns or conflicts to ReFix Coordinator or Program Manager
  • Foster a collaborative partnership with the Brunswick Street Mission and keep apprised of any concerns related to the structure, utilities and safety of the workspace
  • Keep ReFix Coordinator apprised of any concerns or incidents within or in close proximity of the ReFix site
  • Appropriate documentation and incident form completion when necessary
  • Solicit availability of peers to work and fill shifts as required
  • Responsible for updating NEO360 electronic database
  • Monthly reporting of site usage to ReFix Coordinator and/or Direction 180 Manager
  • Client referral to other health & social services as needed
  • Offer clients harm reduction education and safer injections techniques
  • Role model respectful behavior during client and staff interactions
  • Provide overdose response when needed using naloxone
  • Monitor clients who have completed oral, intranasal or injection drug use
  • Monitor client activities within the site while enforcing ReFix Code of Conduct
  • Use verbal deescalation and consequences for aggressive behavior
  • Debrief concerning workrelated issues at the end of each shift and following any critical incident with staff, ReFix Coordinator or Program Manager
  • Work collaboratively with all ReFix team members
  • Address concerns regarding breaches of the OPS policy, protocol or code of conduct with the ReFix Coordinator
  • Maintain a structured, safe and sterile workspace
  • Dispose of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
  • Disinfect booth tables after each use
  • Regularly monitor the deck area outside of the OPS site
  • Maintain adequate copies of daily forms for staff use
  • Ensure staff are not under the influence and of clear mind to complete shift
  • Send staff home when not clear of mind and unable to complete shift
  • Adheres to all policies that govern ReFix, Direction 180 and Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
  • Job description to change as the workplace evolves or changes
  • Other duties as requested by ReFix Coordinator and Program Manager

Qualifications:

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_Diploma in Health and Human Services, Addictions Community Outreach or Counselling Skills

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_Non
Violent Crisis Intervention
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_Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED Training

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_Experience working in a fast paced, community-based social service setting

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_Awareness of community resources for people experiencing complex health and social issues

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_Detail-oriented with active time management, organizational, written, verbal, critical thinking and interpersonal skills

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_Personal experience with substance use and/or treatment considered an asset, please self-identify in your cover letter_

Application Deadline:
March 20, 2024 at 12 noon

If you submitted a resume to our earlier posting, you do not need to resubmit

_Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel working within this job title.

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**_Direction 180 is an equal opportunity employer; and complies with all fair employment practices laws. We are committed to providing a workplace free form unlawful discrimination and harassment and prohibit the same against employees, applicants or other covered persons by co-workers, supervisors, managers, or third parties based on a person's race, color, religion, creed, sex,

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