Harm Reduction Specialist Homes
3 days ago
**HOURS - 12-hour shifts**: - Days & Overnights
**Who We Are**
The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs.
**Good Shepherd is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Harm Reduction Specialist - HOMES - Niagara Falls Site**
**How You Will Make an Impact**
You will work as a member of a dynamic team of individuals to assist people in enhancing the dignity and quality of life in the lives of adults in a supportive housing setting..
This role will be responsible for the provision of direct service to tenants many whom experience problematic substance use and who are tenants of the Good Shepherd HOMES program. The Harm Reduction Specialist will also serve as a team lead while on shift.
You will demonstrate a compassionate, non-judgmental and patient demeanor when working with clients to develop a level of trust so they feel secure in being supported to reach their highest level of skill development possible. This level of trust will be established and maintained by involving the client as much as possible in discussion around their goals and recovery process.
**What You'll Bring to Our Team**
- Post secondary education degree in the field of social work, psychology, human services or related field
- Expertise in Harm Reduction including implementing the best practices of safer supply and overdose prevention strategies
- A minimum of two years' work-related experience, particular to persons who experience problematic substance use, mental health and homelessness
- Knowledge of the Social Service system and Community Resources so as to make the appropriate referrals
- Proficient computer skills in various software platforms is an asset
- Expertise providing counseling and case management to individuals who are experiencing or have experienced a complex history of substance use such as motivational interviewing
- Expertise in Addictions Assessment using the ADAT tool, GAINS and possibly the SS & A (Staged Screen and Assessment)
- A working knowledge of best practices with regard to substance use, harm reduction, trauma, and the therapeutic relationship
- Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Valid Driver's license required
**What We Offer**
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
- FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
- POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Make a difference and provide HOPE Extended benefits
- Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
- Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._
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