QomQem Coastal Connections is a grassroots Indigenous-led outreach program that developed in partnership with Peers Victoria Resources Society. We offer harm reduction and health care services to Indigenous peoples who are unhoused, precariously housed, and who may be using substances and/or alcohol. This position is posted for 35 hours per week. The rate of pay […]
Peers Victoria is a multi-service grassroots agency that has been working with and for Victoria sex workers for almost 30 years. Through direct service delivery and partnerships, Peers provides outreach, harm reduction, and wellness support services. We maintain a welcoming and accessible service environment that promotes the empowerment of current and former sex workers. Reporting […]
Sacred is a group made up of Indigenous folks that currently or formerly worked in the sex trade. They meet monthly to connect and share experiences as Indigenous sex workers and to draw strength from culture and community. This position will focus on providing support services to Sacred group members and the Sacred Coordinator by […]
With funding from Island Health, Peers Victoria operates three (3) HOPPS Teams in supportive housing locations. It is expected that the HOPPS Teams will continue to evolve given the need to engage in a continuous quality improvement process to ensure these services are provided in a way that minimizes harms related to substance use. As […]
“Out of Harm’s Way: Insight, Innovation and Action on the Toxic Drug Crisis.” News Release – Out of Harm’s Way speaker series – Jan. 29 Fact sheet on toxic drug crisis
Reporting to the Manager of Programs, the Night Outreach Worker is skilled in harm reduction delivery models, familiar with local health and community social support services, and is knowledgeable about street-based sex work/trade. Night Outreach Workers work collaboratively with team members to provide ethical, peer-based, responsive support that is informed by the needs of the […]
