Crisis Response Navigator

1 week ago

Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time
About the Role

The Crisis Response Navigator will play a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing mental health and substance use-related crises in the Comox Valley. This position will be part of the AVI Health and Community Services Crisis Response Team, working closely with community members, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to provide timely and effective support.

Key Responsibilities
  • Crisis Response and Intervention: The Crisis Response Navigator will be responsible for responding to crisis calls, providing emotional support, and connecting individuals with community resources and services.
  • Assessment and Triage: The Crisis Response Navigator will conduct thorough assessments of individuals in crisis, determining the level of risk and developing a plan for support and intervention.
  • Community Resource Connection: The Crisis Response Navigator will connect individuals with community resources, including mental health services, substance use treatment, and other support services.
  • Collaboration and Communication: The Crisis Response Navigator will work closely with community members, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care.
  • Documentation and Reporting: The Crisis Response Navigator will maintain accurate and timely documentation of crisis responses, including assessment, intervention, and follow-up activities.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as social work, counseling, or psychology.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in mental health and substance use support, crisis response, and community outreach.
  • Certifications and Training: Crisis intervention training, mental health first aid, and substance use treatment certification.
  • Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary: $33.99/hour to start, with stepped increases based on seniority.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Casual shifts, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with mandatory training schedule in October.
  • Opportunities for Growth and Development: Professional development opportunities, including training and education in crisis response, mental health, and substance use treatment.

  • Crisis Response Navigator

    4 days ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Crisis Response Navigator will play a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing mental health and substance use related crises in the Comox Valley. This position will be responsible for providing acute mobile crisis support and de-escalation services, working in collaboration with the PACT team to assess and triage calls, and...

  • Crisis Response Navigator

    4 days ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Crisis Response Navigator will play a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing mental health and substance use related crises in the Comox Valley. This position will be responsible for providing acute mobile crisis support and de-escalation services, working in collaboration with the PACT team to assess and triage calls, and...

  • Community Crisis Response Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a diverse, community-focused organization dedicated to providing essential services related to HIV, hepatitis C, and harm reduction across multiple locations. Our mission is to support individuals living with these conditions and to promote health equity and access to care. Central to our operations is the commitment...

  • Community Crisis Response Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a diverse, community-focused organization dedicated to providing essential services related to HIV, hepatitis C, and harm reduction across multiple locations. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive support to individuals living with these conditions and to those seeking harm reduction services. We are committed to...

  • PACT Dispatch Navigator

    1 day ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual to join our team as a Systems, Screening and Dispatch Navigator for our Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT). As a key member of our crisis response team, you will be responsible for providing acute mobile crisis support and de-escalation services to individuals experiencing mental health...

  • PACT Dispatch Navigator

    1 day ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate individual to join our team as a Systems, Screening and Dispatch Navigator for our Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT). As a key member of our crisis response team, you will be responsible for providing acute mobile crisis support and de-escalation services to individuals experiencing mental health...

  • Crisis Response Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health and Community Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Crisis Response Support Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in providing essential support to individuals experiencing crisis situations within the Comox Valley. As a Crisis Response Support Specialist, you will work collaboratively with program...

  • Pact Systems, Screening and Dispatch Navigator

    3 months ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health & Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • Pact Community Crisis Counsellor

    3 months ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • Pact Community Crisis Counsellor

    3 months ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health & Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • Community Crisis Support Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a diverse community-focused organization dedicated to providing essential services related to HIV, hepatitis C, and harm reduction across multiple locations. Our mission is to support individuals affected by these issues through evidence-based strategies aimed at infection prevention, stigma reduction, and...

  • Pact Experiential Community Crisis Responder

    3 months ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • Pact Experiential Community Crisis Responder

    3 months ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health & Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • PACT Systems, Screening and Dispatch Navigator

    1 month ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • PACT Community Crisis Counsellor

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • Crisis Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    About AVI Health and Community Services AVI is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to providing essential health and community services across the Comox Valley. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals can access the resources they need to thrive. Position Overview We are seeking compassionate and skilled Crisis...

  • PACT Experiential Community Crisis Responder

    1 month ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • PACT Experiential Community Crisis Responder

    2 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...

  • PACT Mental Health Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health and Community Services Full time

    AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a comprehensive community-focused organization dedicated to providing essential services related to HIV, hepatitis C, and harm reduction across multiple locations. Our mission is to support individuals living with these conditions and to promote health equity through evidence-based interventions. At AVI, we prioritize...

  • Pact Dispatch

    4 weeks ago

    Comox Valley, Canada AVI Health & Community Services Full time

    **AVI Health & Community Services (AVI)** is a multi-disciplinary community-based organisation providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island. AVI provides services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C and harm reduction clients. We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and...