AVI Health and Community Services

SAFER and Workforce Systems Navigator - Casual Call

Victoria, BC · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 55 days ago

Public HealthCommunicationProblem SolvingTime Management

About the role

Under the direct supervision of the SAFER Program Manager, the Casual SAFER Systems Navigator will provide coordination, care-planning and system navigation for the SAFER clinic and opportunities to cover for the Workforce program as well.
They will coordinate care in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team.
Distribute safer drug use supplies, safer sex supplies and naloxone kits, and provide information on harm reduction practices, overdose prevention and overdose response.

Work in partnership with the participants to support resolution of any issues with prescribers, pharmacies and other external providers.
Provide outreach-based supports in the community including accompaniment to appointments, home visits, and advocacy in accordance with the established care plans.
Liaise between SAFER participants and SAFER team members to support participants and assist with collaborative and proactive problem-solving as needed.
Maintain confidential records in accordance with privacy requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
This role will provide support to participants accessing pharmaceutical alternatives through the SAFER and Workforce programs.
We take evidence-based action to prevent infection, provide support, and reduce stigma.

Minimum of four years of demonstrated experience in the direct delivery of social services, ideally in harm reduction services including light case management and safe supply programs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to work effectively with co-workers, program participants, community, and other service providers.
Experience managing hostile interactions, utilizing non-violent communication and diffusing techniques.
Ability to problem solve with creativity, flexibility, assertiveness and a 'cool head' in dealing with complex issues.
Experience with data collection and reporting tasks.
Engage in planning, evaluation, reporting, and program development as required.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position and operate related equipment.
Case Management skills including advocacy and referral.
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and versatile in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.
Ability to anticipate and identify challenges and proactively address through collaborative problem-solving.
Crisis intervention skills with a diverse population facing significant structural barriers.
Ability to work outdoors during all types weather in all seasons.

$36.06/hour to start with stepped increases based on your seniority with AVI. (Pay for this role is based on the BCGEU pay grid 38) Hours and Schedule: Casual availability to fill shifts Monday to Friday, 9:15 am to 5:15 pm.
Other Perks: This position gets paid an extra 5% in lieu of vacation 5% in lieu of stats, meaning your hourly rate is actually 10% higher than listed.
Hours of Work, Days Off and Work Area may be subject to change.
TO APPLY: To apply, send your resume (mandatory) and cover letter through the portal you are viewing this ad on.
This posting is open until filled.
It is beneficial to identify in the cover letter if you are indigenous and/or have lived/living expertise relevant to the position.

This position gets paid an extra 5% in lieu of vacation 5% in lieu of stats, meaning your hourly rate is actually 10% higher than listed.
AVI Health & Community Services (AVI) is a multi-disciplinary community-based organization providing HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction services out of 5 locations across Vancouver Island.

Provide assessments, intake and care planning and light case management to identified participants in the programs, including identifying and addressing any barriers to accessing prescribed alternatives. (PA) Use System User Design and Nothing About Us Without Us principles to contribute to the program and ensure continuous feedback is incorporated into program design and delivery.

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