If you are interested, please forward your resume and cover letter by email no
later than 9:00 am on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, to recruitment@positivehealthnetwork.org
HARM REDUCTION PEER WORKER – HNB (0.25 – Part-time)
Contract until May 3, 2027
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Haldimand Norfolk and Brant Harm Reduction Peer Worker position reaches out to people who use drugs to increase knowledge and awareness of harm reduction practices and to navigate access to community services.
Based in Haldimand Norfolk and Brant and reporting directly to the Manager of Harm Reduction Programs and Services at Positive Health Network, the Harm Reduction Peer Worker is a part-time, front-line position that works with people who use drugs to develop strategies to maintain or improve health promotion needs. The Peer Worker works with service providers to help navigate health and wellness systems, advocate for priority population needs, and provide information and education. This is a contract position with an end date of May 3, 2027, and is covered by the Collective Agreement between Positive Health Network and Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1.
This is a part-time position (8.5 hours per week with opportunity for increased hours). Wages – $23.89/hourly plus 4% in lieu of vacation and 1.8% in lieu of benefits.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work together with other staff to provide education and information to the larger community and do outreach to people who use drugs. Ensure ongoing support to service users by maintaining regular contact. Help service users develop strategies to maintain or improve their overall health. Make appropriate referrals. Attend appointments with service users when requested. Maintain confidential and accurate files. Comply with agency policies and procedures
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Valid Ontario G Class driver’s license and clear driving record with no demerit points; preferred access to and regular use of own vehicle.An individual with strong self-management skills. Solution focused problem-solving skills. The ability to set firm boundaries. Clear communication skills.The ability to set aside your own judgments. Ability to draw on your own lived experiences to help others. Ability to work independently but ask for help when needed. Active self-care practices to manage stress. Comfortable talking to service providers, including health care professionals. Understanding and accepting of the harm reduction model. Comfortable working around people who are active in their drug and/or alcohol use.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please forward your letter of interest or electronic resume and covering letter by email only no later than 9:00 am on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026, to recruitment@positivehealthnetwork.org
Surface mail or in-person addressed to:
Positive Health Network
Attention: Recruitment
140 King Street East Suite 101
Hamilton, ON L8N 1B2
Positive Health Network values inclusion and diversity and promotes access and equity using an anti-racism, anti-oppression framework. Persons living with HIV are encouraged to apply.
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