Employment Status Casual Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting bas…
Skills: Harm reduction, Crisis intervention, Addiction support, Mental health support, Needle distribution
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
$33/hr–$35/hr
Mid level
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Case management, Crisis intervention, Addiction support, Mental health support, Advocacy
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, First Aid, Naloxone Administration, Trauma Informed Practice, Case Management
Employment Status Part Time - Temporary Until Incumbent Return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Program management, Staff scheduling, Payroll administration, Budgeting, Financial reporting
Employment Status Casual Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting bas…
Skills: Harm reduction, Crisis intervention, Addiction support, Mental health support, First aid
Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
$29/hr–$31/hr
Mid level
Employment Status Casual Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting bas…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, First Aid, Naloxone Administration, Trauma Informed Practice, Case Management
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Harm reduction, Addiction support, Mental health support, Crisis intervention, Needle distribution
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support optio…
Skills: Crisis intervention, Case management, Addictions support, Mental health support, Harm reduction
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support optio…
Skills: Program management, Personnel management, Budgeting, Financial reporting, Regulatory compliance
Employment Status Temporary - Full Time Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challen…
Skills: Crisis intervention, Case management, Conflict resolution, Addictions support, Mental health support
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support optio…
Skills: Crisis intervention, Case management, Conflict resolution, Advocacy, Medication administration
Salt Spring Island Electoral Area, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
$33/hr–$35/hr
Mid level
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Crisis intervention, Case management, Medication administration, Conflict resolution, Advocacy
Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
$29/hr–$31/hr
Mid level
Employment Status Casual Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting bas…
Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
$29/hr–$31/hr
Mid level
Employment Status Full Time - Permanent Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challen…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, First Aid, Naloxone Administration, Trauma Informed Practice, Case Management
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Crisis intervention, Case management, Mental health support, Addictions support, Harm reduction
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support optio…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, First Aid, Naloxone Administration, Trauma Informed Practice, Case Management
Employment Status Casual Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting bas…
Skills: Crisis intervention, First aid, Harm reduction, Case management, Documentation
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Cleaning, Laundry, Disinfecting, First Aid, Crisis Intervention
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada · On-site
Mid level
Employment Status Full Time - Permanent Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challen…
Skills: Administrative support, Reception, Communication skills, Typing, Database management
Employment Status Full Time - Temporary until incumbent return Header We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the peopl…
Skills: Janitorial, Building maintenance, Plumbing, Electrical maintenance, Landscaping
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$29/hr–$31/hr
Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Posted 1d ago
Apply by Sep 12
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Harm Reduction Worker provides oversight for the needle distribution program and supports staff in implementing harm reduction practices. They also assist clients by identifying resources, maintaining records, and responding to emergencies to ensure a safe environment.
Requirements
Candidates must have a related certificate in social services or a high school diploma with two years of recent experience. Essential requirements include a Class 5 Driver’s License, Occupational First Aid Level 1, and the ability to work with challenging populations.
Full job description
Employment Status
Casual
Header
We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca
Location
Cowichan Valley Wellness and Recovery Centre
Days and Hours of work
7 days a week, day, afternoon/evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays Shifts are 12 hours in length Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews
Salary
$29.62 - 31.40 depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)
Job Summary
The Harm Reduction Worker (HRW) supports Lookout’s Harm Reduction Program under the direction of the Program Manager. The HRW gives oversight of harm reduction supplies throughout the Society, orienting and supporting staff to carry out their duties within the harm reduction framework. The people we serve may have a variety of challenging and often overlapping problems including serious mental illness, substance abuse (including IV drug use), hygiene issues, treatment (medical, psychiatric, and rehab), and increasingly HIV+/Aids. Harm Reduction Workers provide the necessary support for the needle distribution program including intake and orienting guests, and support for meeting the needs of clients, as well as education on harm reduction methods and distribution of harm reduction supplies. The Harm Reduction Worker deals with the public, other service agencies, and professionals involved in the support of clients.
This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face.
Job Duties
Provide oversight, coordination, and education of Lookout’s Harm Reduction program and the Needle Distribution program to support harm reduction practice through the Society
Assist staff and managers with implementing harm reduction practices that are approved
Provide assistance to clients by identifying and sharing information on a variety of resources
Maintain related manual and computerized records
Participate as a team member with staff to ensure a safe and caring environment by responding to emergencies and supporting others through methods and information
Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program
Qualifications & Competence
· Related Certificate in social services; or minimum Grade 12 education plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
· Familiarity with community resources; particularly harm reduction, addiction, mental health, and others
· Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate and negative TB Test
· Must have Class 5 Driver’s License and Driver’s Abstract
· Naloxone Training, Crisis Intervention (CPI), and Trauma Informed Practice Training is an asset
· Ability to work independently and in a team setting
· Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload
· Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills
· Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries
· Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment
· Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment
· A minimum of two (2) years sobriety if you have had concerns related to alcohol and/or drug use
· Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector required
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted until September 11, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Providing housing, health, and support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, options.
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1971
Headquarters
New Westminster, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
4,234
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to people in Metro Vancouver communities.
We help adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services.
Since 1971, we have offered a range of services and housing 24/7 to adult men and women who are destitute and require assistance. There are an estimated 5,230 individuals homeless in Metro Vancouver.
We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible independence for individuals.
We house more than 2,300 people every night in shelters and residences and operate within 76 buildings across the Lower Mainland. With over 1,600 employees, we are among the province's largest non-profits and, unfortunately, continue to grow larger because of the increased demand for our services.
We believe homelessness can be solved with everyone's help and the first step towards that goal is understanding homelessness. Learn more about the facts and issues by going to our website and following us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
*We reserve the right to remove or restrict any content posted by visitors.
Offices: 544 Columbia Street, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 1B1, CA
Providing housing, health, and support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, options.
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1971
Headquarters
New Westminster, British Columbia
LinkedIn followers
4,234
Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to people in Metro Vancouver communities.
We help adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services.
Since 1971, we have offered a range of services and housing 24/7 to adult men and women who are destitute and require assistance. There are an estimated 5,230 individuals homeless in Metro Vancouver.
We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible independence for individuals.
We house more than 2,300 people every night in shelters and residences and operate within 76 buildings across the Lower Mainland. With over 1,600 employees, we are among the province's largest non-profits and, unfortunately, continue to grow larger because of the increased demand for our services.
We believe homelessness can be solved with everyone's help and the first step towards that goal is understanding homelessness. Learn more about the facts and issues by going to our website and following us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
*We reserve the right to remove or restrict any content posted by visitors.
Offices: 544 Columbia Street, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 1B1, CA