Women’s Health & Harm Reduction Facilitator

YWCA Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Hamilton is seeking a Women's Health Worker to enhance access to health information and support for women and gender-diverse people regarding substance use. The role involves facilitating workshops, providing direct support, and working collaboratively within a harm reduction framework. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in social work and experience with populations facing barriers to healthcare.

Benefits

On-the-job training and professional development

Childcare discounts

Community involvement opportunities

Competitive total rewards package

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years’ experience working in substance use areas.
• Working knowledge of harm reduction frameworks.
• Ability to work from a non-judgmental perspective.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate psychoeducational workshops on substance use.
• Work collaboratively to enhance gender health equity.
• Provide direct support focused on harm reduction.

Skills

Substance use support

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

2 years diploma in social work or equivalent

Job description

A community service organization in Hamilton is seeking a Women's Health Worker to enhance access to health information and support for women and gender-diverse people regarding substance use. The role involves facilitating workshops, providing direct support, and working collaboratively within a harm reduction framework. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in social work and experience with populations facing barriers to healthcare.