INTAKE, OUTREACH WORKER

Position SummaryAre you an Intake/Outreach Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Overdose Prevention HIV/AIDS Prevention Program department.Under the direction of the Needle Exchange/AIDS Prevention Program Team Lead and/or designate, the Intake/Outreach Worker is responsible for providing harm reduction-based supports, information, resources and supplies to clients who are actively using substances and other stigmatized populations. The I/O Worker will interact with service users, respond to overdoses, distribute harm and risk reduction materials, and provide information and referrals where required. This position works independently and collaboratively with other team members to provide integrated, low-barrier, trauma-informed supports to individuals living with physical and mental health needs, substance use disorder(s), and/or facing structural barriers to care (., poverty, homelessness, involvement in sex work).Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out for more information on what this community has to offer.What Northern Health has to offer you•Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. • Three weeks vacation with one year of continuous service• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions• Employee referral program• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.IMPORTANT NOTE:As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:• Program certificates or diplomas• High school/college/university transcripts etc.• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resumeAre you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Qualfications• Diploma in Social Services or related program (2 years) with completion of approved additions or substance use training or certificate program plus one year recent related experience working with individuals with substance use disorders; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.• Must have valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of current social issues related to substance use, homelessness, mental health, etc. • Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships following harm reduction principles.• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.• Ability to problem solve and deal with conflict effectively.• Ability to use critical thinking and assess risk to intervene and de-escalate critical incidents.• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.• Ability to work independently, with indirect supervision, and in cooperation with others.• Knowledge of community resources.Who we areNorthern 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.There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.