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Assist people who use substances by providing harm reduction services. Support referrals to health and social services. Encourage safe use practices in a welcoming, low-barrier environment. Collaborate with peers, staff, and community partners. Support participants in accessing resources
Requirements summary
High school completion required.
Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources.
Experience in social services, community health, harm reduction, or a related field.
Understanding of trauma-informed, harm reduction, and culturally safe practices.
Ability to de-escalate conflict in a non-violent manner.
Awareness of local “street culture”.
Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance
High school completionStrong interpersonal skills and ability to provide respectful, non-judgmental support to diverse participantsKnowledge of harm reduction principles, overdose response, and substance use servicesAbility to recognize signs of distress and respond appropriately in crisis situationsEffective verbal de-escalation and conflict resolution skillsAbility to connect participants with community, health, and social service resources
Strong observation, documentation, and record-keeping skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
Ability to maintain cleanliness, follow infection control practices, and support site operations
Strong organizational skills, including inventory monitoring and basic administrative support
Ability to remain calm, professional, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Job description
Lift Community Services focuses on helping all people thrive in the qathet region by reducing social inequities and by providing support and advocacy for anyone who needs it.
Our vision is a welcoming, inclusive, and diversity-affirming community that is free of poverty and full of heart.
At Lift, we believe a thriving, sustainable community comes from a collaborative, equitable, future-focused approach.
Our programs and services include employment services, supportive housing and homeless outreach, literacy programs and outreach, immigrant services, adult and family on-demand support.
We also provide community leadership and development in overdose response planning, poverty reduction planning, and other projects that develop a more connected and resilient community.
The Position As a member of the Overdoes Prevention Site (OPS) team, the Support Worker assists people who use substances by providing harm reduction services, supporting referrals to health and social services, and encouraging safe use practices in a welcoming, low-barrier environment.
The role contributes to a respectful and safe space by collaborating with peers, staff, and community partners, and supporting participants in accessing the resources they choose.
Overview •
Job Status
Part-time
Job title: Support Worker - OPS
Hours of Work: 21 hours (3-days) per week, 9am-4:30pm
Work site: Overdose Prevention Site •
Date Posted
June 8, 2026
Close Date: June 22, 2026
Hourly wage: $29.76 – $31.64 per hour
Reports to: Community Health Services Manager
Qualifications
High school completion required.
Familiarity with mental health, addiction services, and community resources.
Experience in social services, community health, harm reduction, or a related field.
Understanding of trauma-informed, harm reduction, and culturally safe practices.
Ability to de-escalate conflict in a non-violent manner.
Awareness of local “street culture.”
Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance. Skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide respectful, non-judgmental support to diverse participants
Knowledge of harm reduction principles, overdose response, and substance use services
Ability to recognize signs of distress and respond appropriately in crisis situations
Effective verbal de-escalation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to connect participants with community, health, and social service resources
Strong observation, documentation, and record-keeping skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
Ability to maintain cleanliness, follow infection control practices, and support site operations
Strong organizational skills, including inventory monitoring and basic administrative support
Ability to remain calm, professional, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment We appreciate all applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We live and work on the homelands and territories of the Tla’amin People. We honour the land, the Tla’amin People, and their treaty and continually seek to strengthen our relationship and responsibilities to them as guests in the territory.
