Indigenous Educator with FNHA, Ladysmith

Join the First Nations Health Authority as an Indigenous Educator, focusing on Harm Reduction. This hybrid position emphasizes community presentations and skillful training, including Naloxone and Opioid Agonist Therapy.

The FNHA seeks an Indigenous Educator to enhance harm reduction efforts across BC First Nations. This role requires strong communication skills and a deep understanding of both Indigenous and Western harm reduction practices. You’ll support community education while implementing Safer Use Supply programs through frequent travel within the Vancouver Island Region.

Key Responsibilities:• Deliver engaging presentations to diverse community audiences • Apply Indigenous harm reduction principles in community workshops • Facilitate Naloxone training and drug checking sessions • Support the implementation of Safer Use Supply programs • Collaborate with Indigenous leadership and health professionals

Requirements:• Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience • 3-5 years in Indigenous harm reduction • Experience working with Indigenous communities • Strong skills in community engagement • Willingness to travel frequently

Embrace the opportunity to impact health outcomes and empower communities with FNHA as an Indigenous Educator. #J-18808-Ljbffr