Welcome to the Lethbridge HIV Connection
The Lethbridge HIV Connection Society is a volunteer-based not-for-profit organization that provides leadership in building individual and community capacity to respond to and reduce the harm associated with HIV and Hepatitis C in South-Western Alberta.
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Career Opportunity: Outreach Worker
This full-time position (35 hours/week) requires a compassionate, non-judgemental professional able to provide leadership and coordination of the outreach programs offered by the agency. Programs focus on outreach for the prevention of the transmission of HIV throughout Southwestern Alberta with a focus on people of Aboriginal heritage and people with a history of drug use. The Outreach Worker will assist partner agencies and the general public to improve their capacity to respond to and prevent HIV/AIDS.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in Addictions Counseling or Social Work, or in a related Human Service Field; and at least one year experience in counseling and/or community development. Consideration will be given to candidates with comparable experience. An understanding of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Harm Reduction Principles and population health principles are an asset. Individuals whose lives have been affected by HIV/AIDs are encouraged to apply. All applicants need a valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle.
Start date: Immediate
We offer competitive salaries and benefits
Resumes with three references must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Augsut 6, 2010 to:
Executive Director, Lethbridge HIV Connection
1206-6 Ave S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1A4
Fax: 403-328-8564
Email: ed@lethbridgehiv.com
A Fond Farewell
July 16 was Salish Fenwick-Wilson's last day with the Connection. Since joining the agency as our Program Coordinator in 2007, Salish has been a strong advocate for people living with HIV/AIDS and marginalized populations in our community. Her compassion for others and her commitment to her work have earned her the admiration and respect of her colleagues and clients. Although we will miss her, we wish her well as she moves on as a graduate student and hope that she knows that she has left an indelible mark on the agency, its staff and clients.
We're Recruiting Board Members!
Behind every great organization is a strong core of passionate people who understand and believe in a mutual mission. The LHC Board of Directors is currently seeking dedicated, hardworking individuals willing to commit their time, energy and skills to make a difference in our community. The Board meets for 2-3 hours once a month, except for in July and August. Duties include participating on various internal committees, setting policy as needed, providing links to member groups and the community at large, developing needed resources, delegating as appropriate to the Executive Director and envisioning the future of the agency. If you, or someone you know, is interested please contact our Baord President Bernie at bernadine.wojtowicz@uleth.ca.
Annual General Meeting Update
Thanks to everyone who joined us for our 2009-10 Annual General Meeting on June 10th. A special thank you to Mickey Wilson, President of GALA/LA, for serving as our guest speaker.
World Hepatitis Day Barbecue
May 19th is World Hepatitis Day. Because 1 in 12 people worldwide live with some form of chronic hepatitis, the global campaign, Am I Number 12?, encourages everyone to go for tesing so that they can accurately answer that question. For our second year in a row, LHC was able to offer a free public barbecue at the Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre to commemorate World Hepatitis Day - a big thank you to the Public Health Agency of Canada for funding the event. We had perfect weather for the day, sunny but not too hot, and about 200 people in attendance. Special thanks to the Shelter for hosting us, Chief of Police Tom McKenzie for offering some opening remarks and all of our volunteers for their efforts in making the day a great success!
Chief of Police Tom Mckenzie
Outreach Worker Position Filled - Update
Update: Hepatitis C Program Officer Position Filled
Spring For Life 2010
Written by: Charleen Davidson
March 22, 2010
Our 2010 Spring for Life campaign was a tremendous success, selling over 1,500 bouquets of Gerbera Daisies! Thank you to all who placed orders and supported our programs. A special thank you to all of our volunteers for all of their hard work. Proceeds from Spring for Life help support programs for those living with HIV and/or Hepatitis C (HCV) in Southwestern Alberta.
HIV Disclosure and the Law
Written by: Charleen Davidson
March 1, 2010
Jeff Reinhart and Glenn Betteridge
On February 24, the Lethbridge HIV Connection (LHC), in partnership with the Canadian AIDS Treatment Informtion Exchange and the Canadian AIDS Legal Network, hosted a free public forum, HIV Disclosure and the Law. The session was well attended by partners and local service providers. LHC is committed to education as a means to prevent the spread of HIV. LHC also advocates on behalf of people living with HIV and Hepatitis C (HCV) to reduce stimga and discrimination. If you want LHC to present a free workshop to a group of individuals, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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