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Community Development Worker, Harm Reduction
Health Services, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention
Status: Casual
Hiring Range: $41.59 to $46.79 per hour
Work mode: On-site
Hours of work: Monday - Saturday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM and 3:30 PM - 11:30 PM *Days and evenings availability required
Location: Working in the community across Peel Region, reporting into 7120 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON L5W 1N4
Who we are:
At 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.
What you will do in this role:
Deliver harm reduction services including education, referrals, support, and distribution of supplies such as safer injection/inhalation/piercing equipment and naloxone kits
Provide overdose prevention and response training to clients and community members
Serve clients across Peel Region via the Peel Works Harm Reduction mobile van during both day and evening shifts
Engage with vulnerable and underserved populations through respectful, stigma-free outreach
Build and maintain partnerships with local organizations to enhance harm reduction service delivery
Support community mobilization efforts by providing expertise and promoting harm reduction best practices
Conduct community education sessions on harm reduction, substance use stigma, and overdose response
Stock and organize mobile van supplies in collaboration with team members to meet service delivery needs
What the role requires:
Post-secondary education in health, social services, or a related field with a strong emphasis on community outreach and engagement
Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a harm reduction support worker, community development worker, or similar role
Recent experience in public health or harm reduction service delivery is required
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Valid CPR certification
Certification or experience in nonviolent crisis intervention techniques
A valid 'G' class driver’s license and ability to drive the Peel Works Harm Reduction mobile vans
Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of harm reduction principles and best practices related to substance use
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage respectfully with people who use drugs and other marginalized populations
Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural humility
Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and oral
Strong organizational, time management, and assessment skills
Awareness of issues impacting Peel’s diverse communities
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and experience using the NEO database or similar systems
Be bold. Think big. Join us.
Work 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.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.
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Peel 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.
We’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.
Our 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.
Recognized 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.
Peel 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 zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca
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