16 Oct
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Newo Yotina Friendship Centre
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Winnipeg
16 Oct
Newo Yotina Friendship Centre
Winnipeg
$28.50 - $30.00 depending on education and experiencePosted Date:05-Jul-2026Location:REGINA# of Positions:2Employment Terms:Full-TimeLength of Employment:until March 31, 2027 with possibility of extensionEducation:Technical/Applied Science CertificateExperience:1-2 YearsApply By Date:19-Jul-2026Job SummaryEmployer Name:Newo Yotina Friendship CentreResponsible for overseeing our safe consumption site while on shift and ensuring compliance of operational procedures and responding to medical emergencies. Services involve supervision of IV drug use, testing drugs, distributing and educating the public on Naloxone use, educating on safer drug use techniques, and providing referrals.Preference given to qualified Indigenous candidates who self-identify, under section 48 of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code.ResponsibilitiesDevelop report and build trust with people who access services.Provide internal and external referrals to other medical and social services.Provide paramedical services as needed to community members.Provide direction and support to the harm reduction support workers.Assist in de-escalation incidents as required, according to established protocols.Maintain a quiet, relaxed, hygienic,
safe environment by following infection control procedures.Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times.QualificationsPrimary Care Paramedic (PCP) with current registration with College of Saskatchewan Paramedics, preferably with a minimum of 1 year of experience.Thorough understanding and commitment to Harm Reduction.Professional Assault Response Training (PART), ASIST, WHIMIS, TLR, TDG certifications are considered assets. Training is available.Exceptional interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills.Thorough understanding of and experience working in programs serving clients with complex social needs including homelessness, mental health issues, addictions, and history of trauma.Excellent judgement, discretion, diplomacy, creative, solutions-focused, team player.Ability to work in a fast‑paced and high‑pressure workplace and manage multiple duties simultaneously.Individuals with lived or living experience related to substance use, recovery, homelessness, mental health, justice involvement, poverty, or other barriers are strongly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Harm Reduction Paramedic - Casual - C$28.5 - C$30 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Newo Yotina Friendship Centre
📍 Winnipeg