2026-062 Community Harm Reduction Worker - Fort Albany & Kashechewan

Elte Carpets Limited; Fort Albany; On-site; CAD 54,697 - 56,881; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)

Group health and welfare benefits

Northern living allowance

Vacation travel bonus

Job summary

Elte Carpets Limited is seeking a dedicated Community Harm Reduction Worker in Fort Albany. This role involves connecting with individuals across schools, homes, and public spaces while promoting harm reduction and wellness services.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with Indigenous communities, a background in social services or healthcare, and strong communication skills. The position offers a range of benefits including a defined benefit pension plan, group health programs, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in harm reduction initiatives.
• Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Connect with individuals in various community settings.
• Provide education on overdose prevention.
• Distribute harm reduction supplies.

Skills

Ability to engage respectfully with Indigenous communities

Strong communication skills

Experience working with Elders

Willingness to conduct outreach

Education

Degree, diploma or certificate in social services or healthcare

Successful completion of secondary school

Tools

G Driver’s License

Job description

Title: Community Harm Reduction Worker – Fort Albany & Kashechewan

Division: Integrated Indigenous Health and Specialized Community Services

Affiliation: Public Service Alliance of Canada

Site: Fort Albany, ON

Reports to: Manager of Indigenous Harm Reduction

Status: Permanent Full Time

Who You Are

• Ability to engage respectfully with Indigenous communities and value traditional practices
• Skilled in building trust with people with lived/living experience related to substance use and mental health
• Experience working with Elders, families, and communities to develop harm reduction initiatives
• Strong communication skills, including active listening and cultural sensitivity
• Willingness to conduct outreach in community settings and travel between communities

What You’ll Do

• Connect with individuals in schools, homes, shelters, and public spaces
• Increase awareness of harm reduction and wellness services
• Distribute harm reduction supplies (e.g., Naloxone kits, sharps containers)
• Provide education on overdose prevention, safer substance use, and harm reduction practices
• Engage people with lived/living experience in outreach and program planning
• Track inventory and manage the logistics of supply distribution
• Act as a trusted advocate for individuals facing substance use and wellness challenges
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to organizational policies
• Flexible working hours, including occasional evening and weekend availability for community events and sessions.

What You Bring

• Successful completion of secondary school
• Degree, diploma or certificate in social services, healthcare field or equivalent experience
• G Driver’s License
• Willing and able to travel as required
• Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset

Why Choose Us

• Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)
• Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
• A northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus (all pensionable earnings)
• Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north
• Ability to work with a purpose, connected to an amazing community and culture, with opportunities to learn and grow

Salary: $54,697.50 - $56,881.50

Competition #: 2026-062

Deadline: This position will remain open till filled.

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.