Paramedics are responsible for the medical assessment, care, safety, support and transition of youth in a secure or semi-secure, short-term stabilization unit.

Duties and Responsibilities: Performs assessments and therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and interventions in accordance with Child & Family Services, Residential Licensing Standards and Primary Care Paramedic occupational profile and professional standards of practice; Provides medical treatment as required, including physical and mental assessments, monitoring vitals, administering medication, skin and wound care, etc., and acts as a medical liaison with external medical and care providers; Participates in the facilitation of medical clearance and discharge of youth to and from the unit; Develops a solid therapeutic relationship with youth to support treatment milieu and role model healthy relationships; Recommends resources and provides referrals to address identified health concerns; Supports the development of treatment plans in consultation with a multi-disciplinary team, youth, and parent(s)/guardian(s); Provides educational information regarding addiction, harm reduction, and health promotion issues to youth, parents, guardians and staff; Prepares clear and concise reports of relevant observations and evaluation of care, including medical charts and health records to ensure continuity of quality service, communication and client documentation; Participates in treatment reviews and team meetings to provide information regarding client progress; Maintains equipment and conducts quality control testing on a regular basis.





Assists in the day-to-day tasks/routines in managing the unit, including direct support of the youth, as required; Demonstrates an active commitment towards professional growth and advancement through participation in training, workshops, etc.; Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Graduate of Canadian Medical Association (CMA) Accredited Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program Certificate; current license to practice as a Primary Care Paramedic within the Province of Manitoba is required; Valid First Aid/CPR is required; Minimum one year of relevant working experience; Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in assessment and intervention techniques related to co-occurring disorders including those related to mental health and substance use from a harm reduction approach; Ability to apply critical thinking during stressful situations; Ability to independently interpret and apply protocols in response to clinical situations; Must be comfortable and competent in crisis de‐escalation and behaviour management; Mental health/crisis training certifications including NVCI (Non‐Violent Crisis Intervention) and/or ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills) would be considered an asset; Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Vulnerable Sector checks; Clear Child Abuse Registry and satisfactory Prior Contact checks; Knowledge of indigenous culture, or willingness to learn, including participating in cultural practices, programming and ceremonies alongside youth; Basic computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office software.

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📌 Primary Care Paramedic PCP (YASU) 26-075 (Winnipeg)
🏢 Marymound
📍 Winnipeg