Regional Harm Reduction Coordinator (229294)

In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager AMSU under the clinical direction of the Medical Health Officer (MHO) AMSU Executive Leadership and in collaboration with other key Island Health staff the Regional Harm Reduction Coordinator provides leadership across the designated geography of Island Health in the education planning implementation delivery and evaluation of harm reduction services. As an integral member of the Substance Use Harm Reduction team the Regional Harm Reduction Coordinator contributes to the professional and organizational vision as it pertains to both geography-specific and Island-wide harm reduction strategies and service delivery.

A level of education training and experience equivalent to a Masters Degree in Nursing or related field such as Public Health Health Promotion or Social Work and a minimum of five (5) years recent related experience including one (1) year supervisory experience in a complex multi-union environment. Experience working with marginalized populations and with community resources is required.

Demonstrates all LEADS Capabilities in particular:

• Leads Self/Cultural Agility - self-awareness demonstrates character: noticing and adapting to cultural uniqueness to create a sense of safety for all.
• Engages Others/Empathy - communicates effectively: listens with heart rather than reacting
• Achieves Results/Process Orientation - takes action to implement decisions assesses & evaluates results follows culturally respectful processes that also produce results
• Develops Coalitions/Building a Trust-Based Relationship - builds partnership and networks to create results demonstrates a commitment to customers and service participating in open exchanges of experiences and culture
• System Transformation/Credible Champion - demonstrates systems/critical thinking strategically oriented to the future champions & orchestrates change remains self-aware and maintains effective relationships shows courage and conviction in advocating for change for the betterment of Indigenous people.