25 Sep
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Hollyburn Family Services
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Nanaimo
25 Sep
Hollyburn Family Services
Nanaimo
Hollyburn Family Services, recognized as a Great Place to WorkTMCanada, embodies a commitment to serve, nurture, honor, and lead. We are seeking compassionate and skilled Mobile Health Outreach Workers to join our team in providing health information and harm reduction supplies to reduce the transmission of infectious diseases. The Mobile Health Outreach team is responsible for providing care, connection, and linkage for individuals, peers, and agency partners located within Central Vancouver Island.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding harm reduction supplies, health information, and Point of Care Testing (POCT) for priority populations vulnerable to contracting or transmitting HIV/HCVHealth promotion and teaching endorsed harm reduction health practicesPromoting connection and link to social support, relevant health, income and social services.Promoting safe spaces that are inclusive and provides culturally relevant health education around HIV/HCV prevention,
harm reduction and treatmentTravelling to locations across Central Vancouver IslandRequired QualificationsSocial service diploma, health and human service or equivalent education with related experienceKnowledge and experience with harm reduction philosophy, substance use and health promotionFirst Aid & CPR certificationViolence Prevention Training (We will provide this to those who need it)BC Class 5 BC Driver's License and access to a vehicle an assetAble to communicate and implement approved harm reduction strategies in meaningful waysProfessional, collaborative, and team-orientedAbility to undertake physical lifting up to 10kg for periods at a stretchMust be able to pass a CRRP Criminal Record CheckWhat We OfferA workplace recognized for its supportive environment and employee wellbeingRobust opportunities for professional growth and trainingIncentive rewards, team building events, and a friendly, cooperative culture
📌 Health Outreach Worker (Nanaimo)
🏢 Hollyburn Family Services
📍 Nanaimo