We’re always looking for new crew mates to shine their unique light on the Harbour

Join our Crew!

Job Postings

We don’t always post specific openings on our website. If you feel called to shine your light as a crew member, please connect with us by filling out the form on the right.

Job Type: Full Time/Casual
Safe Harbour Medically Supported Detox
Reports To: Medically Supported Detox Manager

The Registered Nurse/Registered Psych Nurse, under the direction of the Nursing Lead/Program Manager, will primarily be responsible to advise patients on health care including health promotion, disease, illness, and accident prevention within a Medically Assisted Detox Facility. This position will collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate patient care and support in consultation with individuals. This role will also respect and protect the rights of clients, including but not limited to their right to independence, autonomy, and self-determination; their right to choose and practice individual values, beliefs,
religion, and culture; their right to privacy and dignity. The Registered Nurse/Registered Psych Nurse must have a degree or diploma in science, health sciences, or a field appropriate to the position and three years of experience in an appropriate field.

Competencies:

  • Adaptability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Client/Customer Focus
  • Commitment to Health and Safety
  • Communication
  • Compassionate
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Organization
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Time Management

Job Duties:

  • Respect and protect the rights of clients, including but not limited to their right to independence, autonomy, and self-determination; their right to choose and practice individual values, beliefs, religion, and culture; their right to privacy and dignity
  • Advise patients on health care including health promotion, disease, illness, and accident prevention in relation to Medically Assisted Detoxification
  • Use effective interpersonal skills to communicate complex and sensitive information
  • Maintain work area in a clean and professional manner at all times, ensuring proper tools and equipment are available when needed
  • Monitor patient progress, keeping records, charts, reports, etc. up to date
  • Provide a consistently high standard of care and support for patients
  • Provide direct and comprehensive care and assistance to patients with specialized and complex needs
  • Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team to plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate patient care and support in consultation with individuals
  • Schedule or conduct follow-up meetings/appointments with patients
  • Assess, evaluate, plan, and revise patient care/support
  • Encourage open communication among patients when discussing issues, problems, or concerns
  • Ensure commitment to quality, patient safety, and risk management initiatives
  • Provide education and counselling to patients
  • Provide ongoing advocacy and support to patients
  • Provide timely and astute information to other members of the team, as well as to individuals under direct care
  • Demonstrate cooperation among other staff members in order to ensure efficiency of care and support for patients
  • Protect the health and safety of others by adopting safe work practices and reporting unsafe conditions immediately
  • Perform responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable federal, provincial, and municipal legislation
  • Prepare and submit accurate reports, records, and charts
  • Practice the strength of asking for help
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

  • Degree or diploma in science, health sciences, or a field appropriate to the position
  • Three years of experience an appropriate field
  • Certifications or licences appropriate to the position
  • Clean vulnerable sector check
  • Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively with a wide range of people of different ages and cultures, in potentially volatile and emotionally charged situations
  • Ability to maintain positive professional boundaries without imposing personal judgments and expectations on families and patients
  • Ability to make decisions in complex situations that could be immediately dangerous to life or health where no established guidelines exist
  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work individually as well as part of a team
  • Ability to work under extreme pressure and handle tense and stressful situations
  • Demonstrated time management skills
  • High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment
  • High level of integrity and work ethic
  • Knowledge of safe patient lifting/handling techniques
  • Proven knowledge of case management processes and procedures
  • Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information with tact and discretion
  • Valid first aid or CPR certification

Work Conditions:

  • Exposure to infectious waste or illnesses
  • Safety precautions due to proximity with hazardous materials and/or contagious diseases
  • High levels of stress and pressure
  • Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Periodic requirement to be on-call
  • Occasional overtime
  • Interaction with others under varying circumstances-including situations of a highly sensitive nature
  • Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and supporting patients

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $31.00-$33.00 per hour
Schedule: 12 hour shift, Day Shift, Night Shift

Safe Harbour Society has an opening in our Shelter for a Full time Licensed Practical Nurse and casual positions.

Safe Harbour Society is a non-profit organization that strives to meet the needs of persons with addictions and homelessness through our 7 programs.

We are looking for an LPN that believes in the established vision and core values of Safe Harbour and is driven by our mission of providing spaces of welcome and connection.

Qualifications:

  • LPN license
  • Minimum of 2 years nursing practice and previous experience in the field of addictions or mental health preferred
  • Solid working knowledge of the health system and community agencies in the City of Red Deer and Central Alberta
  • Basic Life Saving Level C
  • Active Registration and in good standing with licensing body
  • Current Criminal Record Check

The LPN will provide direct nursing care and support in our Shelter program that serves the homeless population within our city. Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, other health and care professionals such as housing, justice and health, the LPN’s will maintain a safe environment for guests and staff.

The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of addiction medication, alcohol, crystal meth, opioids and benzodiazepines. They will project a positive attitude towards substance dependent clients and their rehabilitation and possess a broad knowledge of substance use. As well display broad knowledge of behavior management and an ability to use non-violent crisis intervention strategies in a trauma informed manner.

Abilities will include but are not limited to analytical problem solving skills, case management, teaching/training, clinical support and consultation skills with the ability to communicate effectively both oral and written. LPN’s will work effectively within an interdisciplinary environment with the ability to prioritize, work independently and use a cooperative approach to program delivery.

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.

Job Type: Casual
Salary: From $22.00 per hour
Schedule: 12 hour shift, 7 – 7, Day Shift and Night Shift

Safe Harbour Society is adding to our Casual team supporting our Homeless Shelter.

This is NOT an entry level position, therefore the ideal candidate requires a minimum a 2 year diploma in Human Services and / or experience working with individuals with complex needs. They will be well organized and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. They will possess the ability to build rapport with both guests and co-workers. The ability to work well within a team is paramount. Candidates also require the skills necessary to analyze situations quickly and apply sound judgement.

Our organization operates 24/7, 365 days per year. We are primarily seeking availability on a consistent basis. Candidates with weekly availability will be considered first. We treat all our guests with dignity and respect, it is imperative our team members have empathy and are able to connect building relationships. An awareness of other community programs available for our clientele is an asset.

We offer competitive compensation, a dynamic leadership team, industry training, and a chance to be a part of an amazing team!

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Human Services or equivalent: 2 year (preferred) or a related field and a minimum of one year experience in a recent related position.
  • Training in Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution and Mediation skills
  • Cultural Sensitivity Training
  • Current Level 1 First Aid CPR

Recent related experience in the area of substance abuse and mental health. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Successful candidates will be required to provide a current Criminal Vulnerable Sector Police check.

Please apply to: HR@Safeharboursociety.org with a cover letter and resume, or via the online form here.

lighthouse-quote
Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Drop files here or
Max. file size: 300 MB.

    Our Crew

    The people who join our team have anchored into the Harbour because they want to make a difference in their community. They want to help, to be a part of a solution, to shine their own unique light into this Safe Harbour and keep them shining on people as they navigate through systems and broader resources.

    That sounds really good and lovely but it’s not an easy gig. It challenges every one of them at some point. It introduces them into a different world, with different rules and different priorities. It makes them think outside the box for realistic and safe solutions to problems outside the social norm. It demands a thick skin, the ability to not take things personally and a tremendous amount of understanding and patience.

    They continue to stand tall and stay true to our mission statement of providing welcome and connection. They welcome back those that yelled at them the night before, those that just finished treatment and are using again, those that are dying from an overdose, those mentally ill people who have no other place to be, and seniors who are addicted and have worn out their welcome everywhere else.

    The list goes on and on and with it our team consistently does the best they can with what we have. The front line crew has a fantastic Leadership team supporting them, providing oversight and experience, appropriate training and opportunities to debrief.

    Three cheers for the past and present crew who have anchored into the Harbour!

    shattered-souls-quote