At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead harm reduction outreach and education across Toronto's community settings.
- Company: Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre, dedicated to health equity.
- Benefits: Make a difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to impactful community health initiatives.
- Why this job: Empower marginalized communities and support individuals in need.
- Qualifications: Experience in harm reduction and supporting vulnerable populations required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
Coordinate harm reduction outreach across Toronto using trauma-informed education, overdose response, and person-centred support in community settings.
Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre seeks an experienced health educator and harm reduction leader.
You will work with coordinators, overdose prevention support workers, and client support workers.
The position supports people who use drugs across shelters, respites, and sheltering hotels.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver harm reduction curriculum across homelessness services
- Coordinate person-centred care with shelter partners
- Support client de-escalation and direct client care
- Develop resources, referrals, and community education strategies
- Oversee managed alcohol and medication reconciliation programs
Requirements
- Significant harm reduction or community-setting experience
- Experience supporting homeless and marginalized populations
- Overdose prevention, response, and naloxone experience
- Knowledge of injection drug use
- Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries
Bring harm reduction leadership, trauma-informed practice, and overdose response skills to outreach services throughout Toronto.
Harm Reduction Coordinator Outreach – Toronto employer: Parkdale Queen West CHC
At Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our team-oriented culture encourages professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while our commitment to community health ensures that your work as an Overdose Prevention Outreach Worker will have a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in Toronto. Join us and be part of a compassionate team that values collaboration and innovation in addressing critical health challenges.
