RAD Nurse: Harm‑Reduction & Safer‑Supply Care

AVI Health & Community Services Society; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary community-based organization in British Columbia is seeking an experienced LPN/RN to join its Regulated Access to Drugs Program. The successful candidate will provide person-centered healthcare to clients with complex needs related to substance use, drawing from a harm-reduction and trauma-informed approach. This role offers a flexible schedule within a supportive interdisciplinary team, focusing on social justice and community collaboration.

Benefits

Paid time off equivalent to 13% in lieu of vacation

Self-pay Blue Cross extended health benefits after 180 hours

Participation in Municipal Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience with poly-substance use.
• Experience in supervised consumption or safer supply programs.
• Commitment to harm-reduction principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for individuals with acute and chronic conditions.
• Support people contemplating pharmaceutical alternatives.
• Collaborate with participants to maintain individualized care plans.

Skills

Harm reduction experience

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Advocacy skills

Education

Current full registration as Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

A multi-disciplinary community-based organization in British Columbia is seeking an experienced LPN/RN to join its Regulated Access to Drugs Program. The successful candidate will provide person-centered healthcare to clients with complex needs related to substance use, drawing from a harm-reduction and trauma-informed approach. This role offers a flexible schedule within a supportive interdisciplinary team, focusing on social justice and community collaboration.