Community Harm Reduction Coordinator Full Time

. K’ómoks First Nation’s vision: We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honouring our people, lands, waters, cultures and languages.

K’ómoks First Nation’s mission: K’ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members.
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Join Our Team as a Community Wellness & Harm Reduction Coordinator!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you have a strong commitment to wellness and harm reduction? If so, the K’ómoks First Nation is looking for you to join our team as a Community Wellness & Harm Reduction Coordinator!
What You’ll Do:
• Curriculum Delivery: Understand and deliver the opioid core curriculum to enhance harm reduction capacity in the community.
• Support & Education: Provide ongoing support to treatment centers, ensuring a culturally safe approach. Work alongside frontline care workers and collaborate with FNHA Addictions Specialists and Indigenous Harm Reduction Educators.
• Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships within the community, respecting local cultural protocols and traditions. Develop and circulate harm reduction resources and support community response planning.
• Case Management: Offer client-centered case management for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. Coordinate services, provide advocacy, and promote stability and wellbeing.
• Training & Outreach: Conduct needs assessments, deliver additional training, and support regional and provincial opioid overdose response efforts. Facilitate wellness and harm reduction groups and conduct community outreach.
• Administrative Tasks: Track activities, maintain documentation, and stay informed about relevant legislation and protocols.

What We’re Looking For:
• Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to create a culturally safe space and work with Indigenous communities.
• Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Planning & Time Management: Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-Awareness: High level of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, Health Promotion, Clinical Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience in Indigenous harm reduction, mental health, and overdose response (3-5 years preferred).
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and the intergenerational effects of colonization.
• Naloxone Training and Mental Health First Aid certification.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Experience working with Indigenous leadership and communities is preferred.

Why Join K’ómoks First Nation?
• Supportive Environment: Work in a community-centric environment that values cultural sensitivity and respect.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Make an Impact: Play a crucial role in promoting wellness and harm reduction in the community.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to grow, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? Apply today and help build a stronger community together.
Application Information:
If this opportunity to work as a team member in a growing Indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply with your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
This posting will remain open until filled.
We value employment equity and prioritize applications from Indigenous applicants and especially encourage those living within the K’ómoks First Nation to apply.