[26-106] Temporary Overdose Prevention WorkerOverdose Prevention & Peer Support Services Temp White Rock, BCPosition: Temporary Overdose Prevention WorkerLocation: Peace Point Overdose Prevention Services – Peace Arch HospitalHours: 32 hrs. Monday-Friday 4:45pm-11:39pmStart Date: ASAPEnd Date: January, 2028We are looking for a temporary Overdose Prevention Worker to join our Sources Peace Point Overdose Prevention team! This individual must be compassionate, empathetic, and flexible.About Sources:SOURCES is a community-based non-profit organization providing support and hope to communities in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island, and across Northern BC. Sources strives to create vibrant and resilient communities through support to adults, children, youth, and families facing challenges in life such as mental health, disability, poverty, substance use, and conflict. We support our communities through leadership, education, and volunteerism.Sources is committed to learning about, celebrating and incorporating Indigenous knowledge into our practices as we continue our work in truth and reconciliation. People of all races, cultures, ethnicities, 2SLGBTQIA+, and abilities are welcomed to work with us. We value diversity, respect, and collaboration as we promote our mission: social wellness for our community.Description of Position:Reporting to: Program Manager of Overdose PreventionGeneral Responsibilities:Provide an setting of acceptance, compassion and cultural safety to people who use substances.Set up and take down consumption stations at the beginning and end of each shiftBeing present while people use substances via injection and inhalationProvide overdose response,



including the SAVE ME steps which may involve administering NaloxoneProvide safer use and harm reduction supplies and resource information when desired by program participantsWork with service partners and other external service providers to ensure the programs are coordinated and integrated with the larger continuums of care, including integration between the OPS and the Peer Support NetworkPromote the interest of substance users and the program with systems of care, external service partners, and community resources.Program-specific Responsibilities:Relationship buildingAbility to work efficiently and with minimal supervisionClient-centred care that empowers and motivates the clientAbility to work with a teamAbility to network and interact with other service providers and allied colleaguesSensitivity in a culturally diverse environmentUnderstanding and compassionate spirit in supporting people who use substancesDestigmatizing language and practicesTrauma and Resilience Informed PracticeCultural Safety and Humility awarenessPhysical Demands of Job:Lifting/Pulling/Pushing - 25%, Walking/Moving Around - 75%, Sitting - 25%, Time spent outside - 50%Cognitive Demands of Job:Qualifications:Many forms of education and experience are valued,



including volunteering and lived experience of mental health challenges / substance use/ homelessnessPreference will be given to those who have post-secondary education and training relevant to the social service field. Alternately, pursuit of certification in social work, counseling, criminal justice or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for this position.1 year of related experience with emphasis on mental health, substance use, homelessness and/or social servicesEffectively utilize Office suite including Excel, Word, Outlook and central data systemsDemonstrated knowledge of social justice, health promotion and public health approaches and models of social support and health careEffectively communicate professionally, verbally and written in EnglishDemonstrated ability to establish rapport with diverse range of cliental including individuals who use substances and living with significant health and behavioral challengesDemonstrated understanding of the spirit of harm reduction and safer use practicesStandard First Aid and CPR (Training may be accessed through Sources)Overdose Prevention, Recognition and Response Training, including Naloxone AdministrationNon-violent Crisis Intervention Training (Training may be accessed through Sources)Criminal Records check through the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Criminal Records Review ProgramTHIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS AND REQUIRES UNION MEMBERSHIP100% employer paid coverage for extended health and dentalLong term disability, life insurance, critical illness insurance, accidental death & dismemberment coverageEmployee & Family Assistance planGenerous time off, starting at 3 weeks (paid out)Closing Date: October 5, 2026Internal candidates will be contacted by: October 7, 2026

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