Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

General Information

Job Title: Health Navigator

Department: Inreach

Contract length: 1 x Contract Position until March 31, 2027. Benefit eligible on a 6 month or longer contract

Job Summary

Based out of our drop-in centre, a Health Navigator provides support to and supervision of those visiting the centre, including connecting them to testing, supports, and resources, meal preparation and service, and relationship building.

The successful candidate will have experience navigating health and housing systems for vulnerable populations, running programming or support groups, food security, and outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Support people in the community with the uptake of Harm Reduction practices Connect people with traditional Indigenous medicines and ceremonies. Organize and lead programming, including education, social and emotional support groups, as well as social events designed to education, break isolation, and promote resiliency. Provide Harm Reduction materials. Provide testing and referrals to treatment. Provide referrals to internal programs and external partner organizations. Provide or arrange transportation to street-involved people to attend other services or make it home safely. Connect with housing and income support programs. Refer to other harm reduction or treatment services as identified by the client. Provide information on HIV/HCV/STIs and Harm Reduction. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Education & Training

Post-secondary education in Human Services or a minimum of two years of relevant experience At least two years of experience with the specific population serviced by our agency Previous experience working with Indigenous peoples and community, and a good understanding of Indigenous history, cultures and knowing, being and doing. Must have Glass 'G" Driver's License and clean drivers abstract Experience with food handling/meal preparation and Safe Food Handling certification would be an asset as we serve breakfast and snacks daily.

Experience

The Health Navigator must have a thorough understanding of the client population we serve and the goals of our programs (e.g., harm reduction, HIV, HCV, STIs and addiction). The health navigator should have experience working with diverse populations and responding to cultural and social issues while maintaining client respect and dignity.

Demonstrated competency in the following:

Communication Interpersonal effectiveness Maintaining Confidentiality Data entry into the organizations EMR The use of an insured motor vehicle for work-related purposes would be an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 18 months

Pay: $25.62 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Application question(s):

What does harm reduction mean to you?
Licence/Certification:

Class 'G' License and Clean Driver's Abstract (preferred)
Location:

Thunder Bay, ON (required)
Work Location: In person