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Think big. Channel your creativity. Make a difference.\nAt Peel Region, we can create lasting impact, together.**\nCommunity Development Worker, Harm Reduction\nHealth Services, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention\nStatus: Casual\nHiring Range: $41.59 to $46.79 per hour\nWork mode: On-site\nHours of work: Monday - Saturday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM and 3:30 PM - 11:30 PM *Days and evenings availability required\nLocation: Working in the community across Peel Region, reporting into 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON L5W 1N4\nWho we are:\nAt Peel Region, we don’t just work-we care, we collaborate, and we lead change. Our Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention team is growing, and we’re looking for passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Harm Reduction team. If you thrive on outreach work, meaningful connection, and equity-focused public health, this role is for you.\nWhat you will do in this role:\nDeliver harm reduction services including education, referrals, support, and distribution of supplies such as safer injection/inhalation/piercing equipment and naloxone kits\n\nProvide overdose prevention and response training to clients and community members\n\nServe clients across Peel Region via the Peel Works Harm Reduction mobile van during both day and evening shifts\n\nEngage with vulnerable and underserved populations through respectful, stigma-free outreach\n\nBuild and maintain partnerships with local organizations to enhance harm reduction service delivery\n\nSupport community mobilization efforts by providing expertise and promoting harm reduction best practices\n\nConduct community education sessions on harm reduction, substance use stigma, and overdose response\n\nStock and organize mobile van supplies in collaboration with team members to meet service delivery needs\n\nWhat the role requires:\nPost-secondary education in health, social services, or a related field with a strong emphasis on community outreach and engagement\n\nMinimum of 1 year of experience working as a harm reduction support worker, community development worker, or similar role\n\nRecent experience in public health or harm reduction service delivery is required\n\nAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered\n\nValid CPR certification\n\nCertification or experience in nonviolent crisis intervention techniques\n\nA valid 'G' class driver’s license and ability to drive the Peel Works Harm Reduction mobile vans\n\nSkills/Abilities:\nKnowledge of harm reduction principles and best practices related to substance use\n\nStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage respectfully with people who use drugs and other marginalized populations\n\nDemonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural humility\n\nEffective communication and presentation skills, both written and oral\n\nStrong organizational, time management, and assessment skills\n\nAwareness of issues impacting Peel’s diverse communities\n\nProficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and experience using the NEO database or similar systems\n\nBe bold. Think big. Join us.\nWork Mode & Job Location: On-site. Reporting at 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississuaga, ON L5W 1N4, this role requires the ability to travel to various communities across the Peel Region (Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon) based on program needs.\nInterview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.\nKindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.\nIf this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.\nAbout Us\nPeel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.\nWe’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.\nOur workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.\nRecognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.\nAdditional Information\nPeel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact \nPlease be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. 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