Kitchener Waterloo On Mental health & justice support Jobs – 13 Openings This Week

Addictions Worker
Services and Housing in the Province —Kitchener, ON
- $28.15–$32.64 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor's
- Designated paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
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Addiction Treatment Worker (LT)
House of Friendship —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $23.43–$29.48 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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ShelterCare Support Worker (Weekdays, Nights)
House of Friendship —Waterloo, ON
- $23.43–$29.48 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Data entry
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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4d
Supervisor, University Avenue
Services and Housing In the Province —Waterloo, ON
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
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Property Manager, Friendship Village
House of Friendship —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $34.62–$44.09 an hour
- Contract
- Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Paid time off
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System Navigator
Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region —Kitchener, ON
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Databases
- First Aid Certification
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Housing Support Staff - Permanent Supportive Housing
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community —Guelph, ON
- $20.00–$23.16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
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5h
Food Assistance Distribution Worker (EFHP)
House of Friendship —Kitchener, ON
- $23.43–$29.48 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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5d
Store Manager - Fairview Park Mall
Lush Handmade Cosmetics —Kitchener, ON
- $58,750 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
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Grounds and Light Maintenance Worker
House of Friendship —Kitchener-Waterloo, ON
- $23.43–$29.48 an hour
- Contract
- Carpentry
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid time off
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4d
Assistant Professor in GeoAI
University of Guelph —Guelph, ON
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree

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Addictions Worker

Services and Housing in the Province -
Kitchener, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Part-time
$28.15–$32.64 an hour
5 days ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
CPR Certification
Bachelor's
First Aid Certification
Communication skills

Full job description

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
You 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. You will receive training within the first eight weeks of employment.

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:

Two shifts are available: Saturday to Sunday 3:00pm -11:30pm, and Saturday to Sunday 7:00am- 3:30pm
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

Ship Values

Compassion, Hope, Inclusive, Respect, Professional

About Us

Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP) is a Provincial leader in the broader public sector that builds strategic partnerships and programs that support the fundamental rights for Housing and Health Services throughout the Peel Region, Dufferin County, Region of Waterloo and surrounding areas.

Our commitment to increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness is at the forefront of every employee we hire. We value compassion, hope, inclusiveness, respect, and professionalism.

Our organization has supported the region for over 35 years and employs over 550 passionately engaged employees ranging from office administration, nurses, and service health specialists to housing specialists all dedicated to the community, clients, and families.

Accessibility

“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”.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before July 8, 2026

Why Work For Us?

Work-Life Balance

SHIP believes a healthy work-life balance is essential for both professional success and personal well-being. We strive to create a company culture that values and supports the well-being of our employees, while also pushing innovation in our organization

Our Vision
Quality Housing, Quality Services, Quality Lives

Our Mission
To increase quality of life through health services and housing supports that promote mental and physical health and wellness

Our Culture
Leader and innovative partner in the community. Our programs welcome employees into our caring, compassionate, and innovative culture. We listen; we know what it means, and why it matters.

Our Commitment
People are at the forefront of our success. Below are just a few ways our full-time permanent staff have personal and professional success:

Competitive Salaries with Annual Performance Reviews
Comprehensive Health Plans
Group RRSP (5% Employer Contributions)
12 Paid Health,Wellness, and SickDays
10 Paid Vacation Days
3 Paid Personal/Floating Holidays
Generous Parental and Family Leave
Learning and Development Opportunities
Travel Allowances
Employee Assistance Program
Company Culture to be Proud of
Possibility to Create a Real Impact

35+

Years focused on Clients, Tenants, Staff, and Families

5,000+

Clients and Residents served annually

20+

Programs and Service offerings in Southern Ontario

500+

Dedicated, Respectful, Compassionate and Professional Employees

Saturday to Sunday 3:00pm -11:30pm, and Saturday to Sunday 7:00am- 3:30pm
Union: 15 hours / week

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Addictions Worker

Addiction Treatment Worker (LT)

ShelterCare Support Worker (Weekdays, Nights)

Supervisor, University Avenue

Property Manager, Friendship Village

System Navigator

Housing Support Staff - Permanent Supportive Housing

Food Assistance Distribution Worker (EFHP)

Store Manager - Fairview Park Mall

Grounds and Light Maintenance Worker

Assistant Professor in GeoAI

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