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Outreach Overdose Prevention Worker; Casual
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Category :
Recovery & Addictions
Requisition Number : OUTRE
001126
Part-Time
On-site
Rate: $24.94 CAD per hour
Locations
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The Bridge Youth & Family Services
Kelowna, BC , CAN
Description
About the Role
The Overdose Prevention Worker will be part of a team of two to provide Outreach Services in Kelowna and West Kelowna. The successful candidate will carry a backpack of harm reduction materials, seasonal clothing, first aid supplies and at times food donations. Non-judgmental support and referrals for food, housing, healthcare, addictions, pregnancy, legal issues and employment will be provided to those who ask.
Position :
Casual
Compensation: $ per hour plus applicable shift premiums.
Evening shift premium – additional $3.50 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr
Shift premiums compound- additional $6.00 per hour between 1900hr-0700hr on 2400hr (midnight) Friday – 2400hr (midnight) Sunday
$30 outreach differential for any shift greater than 4 hours in length
Qualifications
Education and experience
Minimum diploma in Community Social Services or care aid certificate
Recent, related experience of two years or
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience or
Other qualifications determined to be reasonable and relevant to the level of work.
Job skills and abilities
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Physically able to carry out the duties of the position
Ability to work in collaboration with others
Ability to organize and prioritize
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients
Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
Knowledge of community resources
Ability to handle conflict
Ability to utilize own vehicle with mileage compensation if required
Other Requirements
Criminal Record Search in accordance with agency policy
Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
Valid BC driver’s license and use of a reliable vehicle
The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer.
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