Job Description

The Supervised Consumption Service Medical professional under the direction of the SCS Supervisor, provides supervision to those actively consuming substances within a Mobile Supervised Consumption Service (MSCS) unit. This position requires a harm reduction approach and includes the completion of pre-and post-consumption assessments, the distribution of harm reduction supplies and providing substance consumption related education to program clients. The MSCS medical staff will act as a first responder, taking the lead during emergencies both within the unit and outside in the immediate surrounding area.

Northreach Society is a progressive, non-profit organization actively engaged in changing the conversation surrounding drug use, people who use drugs, homelessness, HIV and vulnerable populations. As a team member, you will gain knowledge in the following areas: HIV, hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections; Naloxone; Supervised Consumption Services; sex-trade and survival sex; substance use; homelessness; LBGTQ supports; comprehensive sexual health; harm reduction supply distribution; supportive housing; and community support networks. You will also be part of a supportive team that encourages personal and professional growth.

Duties and responsibilities:

Providing substance consumption related education (vein care, overdose prevention). Monitoring of clients actively consuming substances. Vital sign assessments and interventions. Adverse event management (Naloxone administration, oxygen, CPR). Ensure all operations within the SCS comply with requirements set by Health Canada and the Province of Alberta. Maintaining records and documentation. Provide basic wound assessment and treatment. Complete referrals. Distribute harm reduction supplies (needles, condoms, naloxone) and related education. Safely drive MSCS Bus between Wapiti House and Storage facility, and complete daily vehicle inspections as required. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Completion of the following programs, and registered under appropriate Albertan licensing body:

LPN or PCP

Criminal record with vulnerable sector check required. Valid driver's license with a clean driver abstract. Valid BLS Level C. Experience working with diverse marginalized populations. Experience in public health/ addictions and/or emergency services. Ability to work independently and supervise others. Knowledge of harm reduction and its principles. STBBI education, prevention, and treatment knowledge. Knowledge of addiction and mental health. Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations. Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion.

Working conditions:

Working for Northreach Society requires employees to be physically mobile. Candidate must be able to lift and carry objects, be on feet and/or walk for long periods of time, as well spend significant periods of time performing administrative duties. As the Supervised Consumption Site is a mobile unit, staff must be comfortable working in a smaller space in close proximity to clients and other staff. Staff will also be comfortable working with intoxicated individuals and responding to drug poisonings.

The Details:

Position - SCS Medical Professional

Base Location - Wapiti House, Grande Prairie

FTE: Full-Time

Compensation: Based on Experience and Education

Job Type: Casual

Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person