Part Time Outreach Worker

Position Title: Outreach Worker - Hepatitis C

Permanent Part-Time - 0.6 FTE

Job Posting Deadline for Internal Candidates : Position Status : This is a Bargaining Unit position. Manager, Integrated Care & Experience

Primary Location : Oshawa (with flexibility to transition to/work at other DCHC sites as required).

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered, charitable organization that provides integrated, accessible, and equitable community-based primary care, wellness services, and health education to Durham community members who face multiple barriers to their health and well-being.

DCHC also provides equity-based programs and services that focus on priority populations such as Indigenous, Black, the 2SLGBTQI Community, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, and Unattached patients (i.e., DCHC ensures Durham community members receive not only sick care, but preventive care as well.

At DCHC, we are a team-based interprofessional group of staff including physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, counselors, dietitians, outreach workers, medical secretaries, and other administrative staff. We always place every client at the centre of our approach to care, based on their needs. We address these needs through integrated clinical and wellness care and health education.

It's an exciting time to be joining DCHC, while we are embarking on an energizing path with a focus on making our biggest impact yet on local health care by diversifying, expanding, and leveraging our Strategic Plan, Theory of Change, Brand, Client Stories and Resources.

Drive Program and Service Integration and Client Experience Across All that DCHC Does

Evolve Program Offerings to Improve Health Equity and Meet the Needs of DCHC's Priority Populations

Establish DCHC as a System Advocate and Champion for Equity

Working as a member of the HCV Team, the Outreach Worker will provide low threshold outreach to marginalized community members living with/at risk of acquiring hepatitis C. This position will coordinate, design and deliver education and training sessions, provide support services and promote referrals to testing and treatment.

Additionally, the Outreach Worker will collaborate within an interdisciplinary team of health professionals across the community network that influence the health environment targeted to youth clients, as well as within the Agency's team structure, in support of goals that align with and achieve the Agency's strategy, Mission, Vision and Values.

Outreach and Support

Active outreach in the region/community (including correctional facilities) that are frequented by at risk community members living with/at risk of acquiring HCV in order to bridge to program and treatment teams

Assist clients with needed paperwork such as applications for birth certificates, health cards or medical appointments

Accompany clients to medical appointments, if requested, to provide emotional support

Assist clients to develop their capacities around treatment/medical scheduling and health management planning, taking into consideration the reality of the relevant social determinants of health for each individual

Provide first contact HCV testing options and point of care screening at outreach locations

Assist in providing training on HCV prevention, education, and addiction issues, with a focus on harm reduction to peer support workers

Ensure peer support workers have the information and resources to provide information and referral services

Design and develop training materials

Routinely compile, enter, and report confidential data at agency and funder's request

Network with internal and community partners to ensure an optimal continuum of health & social services through all stages of HCV education, support, care, and treatment

Assists, as assigned, in the orientation and training of new staff on the team

Consults regularly with local agencies or community resources concerning resource development and program planning which is pertinent to the clients and/or youth population

Adheres to and applies organization wide policies and practices in support of organizational health, and performances

Adheres to and applies established compliance measures within legislative requirements and equity principles (e.g., Ensures scope of duties/accountabilities adheres to established Health & Safety program, policies, and procedures

Completion of a formal 2-year post-secondary program at a community college (Health/Social Services)

At least one (1) year of experience in working in a community setting is required

Phlebotomy certification required or willingness to obtain.

Strong knowledge of issues affecting marginalized communities.

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the local health and social service sector, government programs and current legislation that may affect clients.

Strong commitment to health promotion, community development and adult education

Excellent knowledge of MS computer applications and other office related software.

Ability to work occasional evening and/or weekend shifts.

Must be able to work in a variety of social and physical settings.

A valid driver's license is required and experience driving larger vehicles is an asset

Full vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for this position (DCHC will however adhere to its duty to accommodate those who are unable to be fully vaccinated for a reason related to a human right protected ground).

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and celebrates diversity so that all employees have the opportunity to thrive. DCHC will comply with all applicable standards as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code, and any other applicable legislation.