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Addictions Worker
Services and Housing In the Province —Waterloo, ON
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- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
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Addictions Worker

Services and Housing In the Province -
Waterloo, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
$55,087.14–$64,014.74 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
CPR Certification
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

About the Job:

The Addiction Worker will have a passion for supporting program participants that are experiencing mental health and/or problematic substance abuse challenges and have the potential to or are at risk of experiencing homelessness.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide support to individuals with mental health challenges to overcome dependencies who may also have identified substance use concerns
Offer motivational interviews by using the stages of change and a harm reduction philosophy
Conduct assessments for clients identified with substance use challenges and provide counselling to those with complex addictions
Assist with activities of daily living, supportive services, conflict resolution, and crisis avoidance
Consult with other team members to lead the development of educational programs focused within addictions which may include liaising with other community addictions services
Assist clients in developing and maintaining community supports, daily living and social skills necessary to maintain independency in the community
Understand and be able to integrate a philosophy of client-centred care into daily responsibilities
Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality care and service delivery based on SHIP’s Mission and Values
Ensure appropriate records are kept and make sure that statistical information is maintained as per agency standards
Responsible for client/resident safety

Key Attributes:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to communicate with a highly diverse range of individuals of varying levels of education, professions, and personal life experiences from a broad range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Able to work respectfully with different cultures and differing perspectives

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Health Services, Social Services, or equivalent
2+ years’ experience with Mental Health Crisis Management and/or Addiction Counselling
Experience or training with Addictions assessment and treatment
Trained on the GAIN-SS and ADAT tools
Experience with the mentally ill while collaborating with partners and other community resources
Knowledge and commitment to the values of psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery
Knowledge of mental health and addictions/justice support services
Individual and group counselling skills
Excellent assessment, risk management, and consultation skills
A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s license and a vehicle with adequate insurance coverage is required
Valid certification in CPI, CPR, First Aid, and Assist is mandatory
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Reporting Function:

The Addiction Worker will report directly to the Program Manager. They will work with both internal and external partners and will interact with all levels within the organization. They will be a support system, resource, and an advocator for the team and organization.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Hours are every Saturday and Sunday 3:00pm to11:30pm, but additional hours may be required
Average amount of physical effort is required
Requires the ability of handling light and moderate weight objects including office equipment and other office supplies
Frequently sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time
Vehicle travel to community sites
Ability to walk up and open doors as required
Staff may be required to administer naloxone in response to suspected opioid overdoses, and must complete appropriate training to recognize overdose symptoms, safely administer naloxone via nasal spray or injection, and follow emergency protocols including contacting emergency services. Staff receive training within the first eight weeks of employment

Ship Values

Compassion, Hope, Inclusiveness, Respect, Professionalism

“SHIP strives to be equitable and inclusive in all that we do. Equity is a core value, and we are committed to providing an inclusive selection process. We encourage applicants from equity deserving communities including women, Black, Indigenous, other racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, individuals with disabilities and others who will contribute to and enrich the organization and its values. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. Please advise the People and Culture Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process”.

Please note that we use automated screening tools as part of our recruitment process and are reviewed to support fair and equitable hiring practices.

Saturday and Sunday 3:00pm to11:30pm
15 hours/week - Union

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