Join AVI Health & Community Services as a Community-Based Harm Reduction Worker. This role focuses on providing outreach and clinical support to individuals impacted by drug use in Nanaimo and surrounding areas.At AVI, you will be part of a team dedicated to implementing the Enhanced Harm Reduction initiative. Your responsibilities include distributing safer drug use supplies, offering overdose training, and supervising consumption in various community settings. You will play an integral role in connecting participants with pharmaceutical alternatives and enhancing their engagement in health and social services. Together with your colleagues, you will champion harm reduction principles.Key Responsibilities:Deliver outreach services in parks, shelters,
and clinicsSupport clients with naloxone administration and trainingConduct assessments for potential EHR participantsEngage in service user care and systems navigationMaintain daily charting and statistical recordsRequirements:Two years of harm reduction outreach experienceStrong understanding of substance use issues and local contextDirect service delivery experience in community social servicesConflict resolution and crisis intervention skillsComfort with a team setting and peer relationshipsMake a tangible impact on community health and support accessible care through this essential role at AVI.#J-18808-Ljbffr