Harm Reduction Outreach Worker, Port Alberni

3 weeks ago


Port Alberni, Canada Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Full time

**The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council’s Teechuktl (Mental Health) Program is seeking two term, full-time Harm Reduction Outreach Workers to provide culturally based support to Nuu-chah-nulth Southern Region individuals, families, and communities, with an emphasis of providing support to First Nations people involved in high-risk lifestyles. Based out of Port Alberni these positions will communicate with various service providers and coordinate activities to support wellness and healing within a culturally safe framework. These positions will work evenings and weekends to provide outreach support to Nuu-chah-nulth clients away from home as well as in community.**

**Responsibilities Include**
- Establish relationships with persons at risk and provide outreach services directly to them as needed.
- Provide information about Drugs & Alcohol, Opioids, Harm Reduction and Services available.
- Work collaboratively with cross-sector service provider/partners in developing individualized and effective, strength-based, and culturally competent support plans.
- Have knowledge of Addiction services.
- Make referrals for urban individuals to appropriate resources.
- Provide ongoing support for treatment including follow up (i.e. reminders of appointments, transportation to pharmacies for medication).
- Develop and facilitate educational workshops and group discussions.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Minimum Diploma required in Human Services or Addictions, plus 3-5 years of professional experience (ideally working with the at-risk population).
- Knowledge of trauma-informed service practice, complex and intergenerational trauma.
- Possessing a compassionate personality and ability to work under pressure is paramount.
- Effective organization and time management skills, computer literate in the workplace.
- Knowledge of Nuu-chah-nulth governance, culture, and traditions; or being a First Nations person will be considered an asset.
- Must have a vehicle and valid driver’s licence.
- Provide acceptable references and criminal record check.
- Be willing and able to demonstrate compliance with NTC Vaccination Policy (COVID-19).

**Competitive benefits and salary based on qualifications and experience. Annual salary range $55,000 - $67,000.**

**Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council**
**P.O. Box 1383**

**Port Alberni, BC V9Y 7M2**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $55,000.00-$67,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Alberni, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-17



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