Refix Overdose Prevention Site, Acting Responsible Person in Charge

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

Location: Halifax, NS

**Salary**: $26/hour, 45 hours per week

Employment Term: Annual 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 one (1) ReFix OPS Acting Responsible Person in Charge. The A/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 A/RPIC reports directly to the ReFix Coordinator and Program Manager. The hours offered are full time, Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

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 Direction 180 Manager
- 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
- Responsible for updating electronic demographic and site usage database and monthly reporting to ReFix Coordinator
- 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 need 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 de-escalation and consequences for aggressive behavior
- Debrief concerning work-related issues at the end of each shift and following any critical incident with staff and/or ReFix Coordinator
- 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
- Maintain the cleanliness of the OPS which may include sweeping, mopping, wiping down tables, chairs, office space and garbage removal
- Dispose of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
- Disinfect booth tables and chairs after each use
- Regularly monitor the sidewalk 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

Qualifications:

- Diploma in Health and Human Services, Addictions Community Outreach or Counselling Skills
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED Training
- Experience working in a community-based social service setting
- Experience with data collection and reporting
- Awareness of community resources for people experiencing complex health and social issues
- Detail-oriented with active time management, organizational, written, verbal, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
- Personal experience with substance use disorder and/or treatment considered an asset

Application Deadline: Open Until Filed

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.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, veterans status, disability unrelated to job requirements, ethnicity, genetic information, military service, political affiliation, marital status and pregnancy or other protected status.

**Only those applicants who are screened in for an interview will be contacted**

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person