Job Description

About Radius Community Health & Healing (formerly Boyle McCauley Health Centre)

Radius Community Health & Healing provides interdisciplinary, person-centered primary health care to vulnerable Edmontonians with complex needs. Through primary care and health promotion, Radius improves the quality of life and well-being of individuals who face multiple barriers to accessing health services. Radius achieves this by providing the highest standard of evidence-informed and client-focused inter-professional care.

LPN Overdose Response Team (Supervised Consumption Services)

Radius's team of nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, medical office assistants, outreach workers, health advocates, mental health therapists, and other professionals offer comprehensive, wrap-around care to Edmonton's most marginalized population.


Within the supervised consumption services (SCS), the healthcare professional (HP) will provide direct client care to program participants accessing the consumption site. Emphasis will be placed on forming relationships with clients, establishing rapport, monitoring substance use, and assisting and treating potential signs of overdose as clinically indicated. The SCS HP will also be responsible for medical interventions within SCS - primarily the reversal of drug poisonings and incidental medical concerns brought up by SCS clientele. SCS staff will also facilitate clients' connection between the SCS and all programs at Radius to allow the client to move along the spectrum of care toward recovery.


As part of the community response team, the HP, along with a client support worker, will be responsible for walking around the area surrounding Radius to engage with community members and respond to and prevent overdoses by providing education and naloxone kits. This position requires the HP to walk outdoors in all seasons and occasionally lift heavy loads.

Key Responsibilities

In collaboration with the healthcare team, HPs provide the following services:

Maintain a quiet, safe space for service users Build relationships with service users Provide referrals to support services Provide education and counselling on safer drug use, harm reduction, and sexual health Provide overdose prevention education and Naloxone training for take-home Naloxone kits Manage drug poisoning emergencies

Qualifications

Current registration with a professional college (CLPNA) Current CPR (Mandatory) Vulnerable sector check and suitable criminal record check (Mandatory) Experience with marginalized populations (e.g. homeless serving sector, social service agencies) is an asset Non-violent crisis intervention is an asset

Knowledge/Skills

Able to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities, strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding for those with substance misuse and mental health disorders Strong interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of de-escalation techniques Strong computer proficiency and experience with MedAccess EMR an asset Understanding of trauma-informed care Must be able to operate within a harm-reduction model of care Understanding of cultural awareness Ability to walk long distances and be on feet all day in a variety of weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 20 kg

At Radius, we're committed to enhancing our employees' well-being with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional growth. Radius offers:

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP): All employees have access to confidential counseling and access to a wide range of resources for personal and professional challenges. Our EAP is here to support your overall well-being. Benefits available to all permanent, full-time employees after a defined waiting period: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits: Premiums are fully covered by Radius Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Critical Illness Coverage: Mandatory enrollment, employees are responsible to pay premiums. Lifestyle Spending Account: Wide variety of options available to spend an annual allowance Group Retirement Savings Plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Radius Community Health and Healing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and valued. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.

Land Acknowledgement

Radius respectfully acknowledge that we are located within Treaty 6 territory, and Metis Nation of Alberta Region 4. We acknowledge this land as the traditional home for many Indigenous Peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Metis, Nakota Sioux, Dene, Saulteaux, Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose history, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.