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Harm Reduction Support Worker, Supervised Consumption Site
Blood Ties Four Directions Centre —Whitehorse, YT
- From $33.60 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
- Wellness program
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FT Housing Support Worker (Whitehorse, Yukon)
Connective Support Society —Whitehorse, YT
- $34.08 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Designated paid holidays
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13h
Child and Youth Engagement Worker
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $68,518–$79,255 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
Child and Youth Case Worker
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $81,258–$94,165 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's
- First Aid Certification
1h
Social Worker - Income Support
Yukon Government —Whitehorse, YT
- $89,704–$104,043 a year
- Temporary
- Bachelor's
- Travel
- Organizational skills

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Harm Reduction Support Worker, Supervised Consumption Site
Blood Ties Four Directions Centre —Whitehorse, YT
Post-secondary diploma and/or degree in a related field, including but is not limited to psychology, public health, addiction services, social work, other…
From $33.60 an hour
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FT Housing Support Worker (Whitehorse, Yukon)
Connective Support Society —Whitehorse, YT
Identifies social, economic, recreational, employment and educational services in the community that will meet the needs of the client.
$34.08 an hour
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Harm Reduction Support Worker, Supervised Consumption Site

Blood Ties Four Directions Centre
Whitehorse, YT

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
From $33.60 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Post-secondary education
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification

Full job description

Blood Ties is looking for a full-time Harm Reduction Worker at the Supervised Consumption Site (SCS).

Blood Ties Four Directions Centre is seeking a part-time continuing contract Harm Reduction Support Worker for the Supervised Consumption Site. Blood Ties operates the Yukon’s Supervised Consumption Site (SCS) in partnership with Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services.

The SCS provides a safe and confidential space for people to consume their personal drugs with one of the only smoking rooms in Canada, using state-of-the-art filtration technology to provide a safe environment for employees and clients. Community members can also access wrap-around services at the site, including harm reduction education and support, referrals, nutrition support, drug-checking services, and harm reduction supplies.

Regular hours of work are two ten-hour shifts per week with a one-hour unpaid nutrition break. This position will initially be assigned to Friday and Saturday shifts. Weekend, evening and statutory holiday work is required in this position.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the SCS Team Lead, the Harm Reduction Support Worker— SCS (Supervised Consumption Site) works collaboratively as a member of the Harm Reduction team that operates within the structure outlined in the Supervised Consumption Site Staff Roles and Responsibilities document. (Document available upon request.)

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Post-secondary diploma and/or degree in a related field, including but is not limited to psychology, public health, addiction services, social work, other social sciences and humanities, etc.
Experience working with underserved populations in health/social services or a related field

Preferred Competencies and Experience:

Commitment to continuous learning in the workplace
Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries in complex situations
Ability to problem solve and manage competing tasks in a fast-pace environment
Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Experience working with Indigenous people and communities
Knowledge of systemic issues such as poverty, racism, and stigma
An understanding of and commitment to the principles of harm reduction and a non-judgmental approach to substance use
Preference is given to applicants who possess the required qualifications and experience and who also bring lived or living experience of substance use and to applicants who identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit/Inuk

What we offer as an employer:

Dynamic work environment committed to social justice, equity and inclusion
Supportive team collaboration
Professional learning opportunities
Starting wage of $33.60 per hour
Extended Health Benefits after three months of employment

Conditions of Employment:

Current Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector asserting that you do not have any criminal record related to drug offences
Up-to-date Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR Certification
Proof of Eligibility to work in Canada

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Only electronic applications prepared as requested and received through Indeed will be reviewed. To apply, include a cover letter introducing yourself and detailed resume that clearly indicates your post-secondary education and work experience. Also, a list of three professional references is required, complete with email and telephone contact information.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working with us, however, only those selected to move forward to pre-screening activity will be contacted.

Pay: From $33.60 per hour

Benefits:

Extended health care
On-site parking
Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5P5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Have you completed a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field?

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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