Powell River, British Columbia, Canada CA$31.98 - CA$33.84Part-time Permanent ExperiencedPosted 05 Oct 2026DescriptionLift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it. Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart. At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.As a unionized environment, Lift's programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support. We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.The PositionThe Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) Coordinator supports the delivery of low-barrier harm reduction services, including delivery of drug checking service, by coordinating daily site operations, scheduling shifts, and fostering collaboration among staff, peers, and community partners. The role contributes to a safe, welcoming, and participant-centered workplace by guiding OPS staff, supporting client care, and ensuring services are consistent with harm reduction, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practices.OverviewJob status: Part-timeJob title: OPS CoordinatorHours of Work: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pmStart Date: October 19, 2026Date Posted: October 5, 2026Close Date:



October 18, 2026Hourly wage: $31.98 per hourReports to: Community Health Services ManagerQualificationsDiploma in a human services field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience coordinating services for people with lived and living experience of substance use.Knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed practice, and culturally safe care.Strong communication, collaboration, and conflict de-escalation skills.Knowledge of WorkSafeBC safety programs and critical incident reporting.Familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications.Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance.Valid Drivers license and vehicleSuccessful completion of BCCSU Drug Checking Technician Training within two months of appointment.SkillsStrong leadership, team coordination, scheduling, and staff mentoring skillsKnowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed practice, and culturally safe careExperience supporting people with lived and living experience of substance useStrong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skillsEffective conflict resolution, crisis response, and de-escalation skillsAbility to coordinate client services, referrals,



and community resourcesStrong organizational, administrative, documentation, and reporting skillsKnowledge of workplace safety and critical incident proceduresAbility to build positive relationships with community partners and service providersProficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applicationsWorking Condition and Physical RequirementsResponds to medical emergencies such as overdoses, falls, and mental health crises.Uses industrial-strength cleaning supplies and equipment.Must be physically able to safely lift up to 50lbs.We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla'amin People. We honour the land, the Tla'amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.Company OverviewLift Community Services is an community-based non-profit society that offers community programs and services that improve the lives of people living in the qathet Region. We work with people facing barriers and community partners to build relationships, find solutions to community challenges, and mobilize resources to help community members get the support they need to thrive. We offer housing and employment services, and a range of other inclusive, supportive services like literacy supports, food security programs, family services, harm reduction and health care services, complex care housing services, and more.

📌 Ops Coordinator (Powell River)
🏢 Lift Community Services of qathet Society
📍 Powell River