Health Careers For ELGIN

Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC) is a volunteer driven, non-profit, community-based organization serving London and the six surrounding counties – Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford. We are community inspired and dedicated to positively impacting the lives of individuals and diverse communities living with, at-risk for or affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Our philosophy includes adherence to The Ontario Accord/GIPA (Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS), anti-racism/anti-oppression, sex positivity, principles of harm reduction, holistic health and civil society.

RHAC recognizes that a diverse workforce is critical to realizing our vision and accomplishing our mission. Accordingly, we strive to attract, develop, and retain highly-talented employees from diverse backgrounds to meaningfully engage, empower and support the priority communities we connect with and serve. We strongly encourage people living with HIV/HCV, members of African, Caribbean, Black and other racialized communities, members of First Nations, Inuit or Métis communities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disability/disabilities, people living with chronic illnesses, members of diverse faith communities, and people with diverse lived/living experiences (including, but not limited to: with substance use, addiction, sex work, and/or incarceration) to apply. We welcome and encourage you to introduce yourself, your story and your lived/living experiences to your level of comfort in your cover letter.

RHAC is committed to and adheres to the principles of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Employment Standards, the Pay Equity Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable legislation. We are committed to integration and to removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. Additionally, we support and encourage applicants on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code including but not limited to age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. RHAC acknowledges that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.

Position: Harm Reduction Worker

Region: London and Middlesex

Description: As a Harm Reduction Worker, you will support London’s Consumption & Treatment Services (Carepoint) and Needle Syringe Program (Counterpoint) by interacting with individuals and diverse communities living with, at-risk for or affected by the challenges associated with HIV/AIDS and HCV to enhance their quality of life.

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will facilitate the intake process, support individuals who are using substances and offer appropriate referrals and harm reduction education as necessary to support positive health outcomes for participants.

You will establish rapport with people who use drugs and create an environment in which they can communicate their needs in a safe way to enable better access to the care continuum.

Qualifications:

A working knowledge of harm reduction principles, substances use, addictions, sexual health, and sex work with an understanding of the societal stigma imposed on the drug using population and its related impacts.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate and effectively interact with participants and team members across cultures, range of ability, genders, ethnicities and races.
A strong knowledge of community resources and social service agencies in London with the ability to identify and understand intersectional factors that impact the health and well-being of diverse communities of people.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills and strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to deliver effective conflict resolution and crisis intervention techniques.
First Aid and CPR, BLS, CPI training considered an asset.
A satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

What We Offer:

A supportive and inspiring workplace that has the courage to do what is right.
A comprehensive group benefits package, including health, dental, vision, EAP, etc. as well as retirement benefits.
Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
Fifteen wellness days annually.

Salary: $43,500 - $50,000 annually

Terms of Employment: Full-time

Deadline for Application: Monday, March 02, 2026

How to Apply: Please submit your application online and provide a resume and cover letter indicating your interest in this role, including where you saw this posting.

Also, please indicate in your cover letter if you are applying for full-time, relief or both.

The application deadline is March 2, 2026 at 9am.

Location: London

Profession Type: Social Services (Social Workers, Counsellors)