Environmental Services Specialist

4 weeks ago

Prince George, British Columbia, Canada Northern Health Authority Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as an Indigenous Peer Advocate. This is an exciting opportunity to work with our community and make a positive impact on the lives of others.

About the Role

The Indigenous Peer Advocate will be responsible for facilitating and promoting the meaningful engagement of people with lived experience of substance use in harm reduction policy and program development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation within Northern Health and partner organizations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Facilitate and promote the meaningful engagement of people with lived experience of substance use in harm reduction policy and program development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • Work with community members to develop and implement harm reduction initiatives.
  • Provide support and guidance to community members in their efforts to reduce harm and improve their overall well-being.
  • Collaborate with other organizations and stakeholders to promote harm reduction and improve health outcomes.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community members, organizations, and stakeholders to promote harm reduction and improve health outcomes.
Requirements
  • Past or current recipient of mental health and/or substance use services.
  • Experience in social services, supported housing/addictions/Public Health.
  • Grade 12. Open to continuing education in related field.
  • Two (2) years' recent, related experience working/volunteering with and/or mentoring peers in urban and/or rural, isolated, and remote communities (including Indigenous communities).
  • Experience working with peers in community and providing health promotion and harm reduction activities in the areas of substance use, or an equivalent combined education, training, and experience.
  • Experience working with BC First Nations organizations and communities.
  • Travel is a requirement of this position; and flexibility in relation to work schedules and locations may be required. Valid BC Driver's License is an asset.
  • In accordance with Section 41 or the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal ancestry.
Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of diverse Indigenous communities' social, historical, jurisdictional, and cultural context, and Indigenous views on approaches to health and wellness.
  • Knowledge of the health and wellness governance landscape in First Nations' health in BC, particularly relative to mental wellness.
  • Knowledge of theories, practices, and principles relative to mental wellness, suicide prevention, and mental health emergency response, particularly relative to First Nations in BC, including the current programs and services available.
  • Knowledge of Aboriginal/First Nations mental wellness health system needs, including mental health and wellness issues that face BC First Nations.
  • Knowledge of, and ability to apply, an understanding of First Nations cultural principles and protocols and ability to manage conflict in a respectful and culturally relevant and safe manner.
  • Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action into their work.
  • Knowledge of harm reduction principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of peer-driven initiatives and interventions.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated facilitation, leadership, public speaking, circle sharing, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to reflect on the way their lived experiences influences their work.
  • Ability to maintain non-violent communication in work-related environments and correspondence.
  • Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
  • Ability to practice humility.
  • Ability to manage time effectively based on workload.
  • Ability to establish and maintain relationships with people and communities at large.
  • Ability to provide guidance and work direction.
  • Ability to problem-solve.
  • Ability to prepare presentations, promotional materials, and business correspondence.
  • Ability to be creative and flexible, to work under the pressure of interruptions and change.
  • Ability to present information based on audience.
About Northern Health

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

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