Position: Wellness Navigator, Substance Use Worker
Department: Health & Social Services
Reports to: Health & Social Services Manager
Compensation: $25-30 per/hr (Based on education & experience)
Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm [but must be flexible]
Closing Date: [Until filled]
ABOUT US
T’ít’q’et Administration is committed to fostering community wellbeing and supporting our most vulnerable community members. Due to an urgent staffing need, we are seeking dedicated and energetic individuals who are experienced in providing essential Addiction Services to community members within the T’ít’q’et communities that adhere to the T’ít’q’et Comprehensive Community Plan.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Wellness Navigator, Substance Use Worker will provide mental health and wellness supports and referral services to community members or groups struggling with alcohol and/or drug abuse, promoting drug and alcohol-free lifestyles and positive choices. This role requires cultural competency, crisis management skills, and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and supporting St’át’imc healing practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reduce the level and frequency of alcohol, illegal substances, and prescription drug abuse by providing community & educational programs, such as harm reduction, AA, NA, & Peer support groups.
- Establish client intake and assessments, provide addiction referral services to approved alcohol and/or drug treatment facilities in BC in accordance with FNHA standards, etc.
- Offer urgent mental health assistance & programming services to individuals struggling with addiction and/or mental health issues. Including suicide prevention or life-threatening situations.
- Act as a liaison contact person to facilitate the treatment process for clients when required.
- Keep accurate and up to date client files, maintaining confidentiality etc.
- Aid in access to St’át’imc traditional person(s) on request of community member.
- Write(s) and submit proposals and create reports to funders and/or Administration.
- Collaborates with the T’ít’q’et Health & Social Services team and/or administrative team.
- Responsible and maintaining departmental budget(s) and year-end reporting
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Recent and relevant addiction specialist experience with a minimum 2 - 5 years.
- Experience supporting people who use drugs and their families with a trauma-informed cultural lens.
- Knowledge of counseling techniques and family systems. Ability to provide one-on-one mental wellness supports.
- Motivational interviewing skills preferred.
- Mediation and negotiation skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Valid BC Driver’s License Class 5, with reliable vehicle, and comprehensive insurance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Prefer a minimum of a two-year relevant diploma or degree with addictions schooling emphasis from recognized educational institution.
- Prefer NNADAP Certification.
- Minimum level 1 First Aid and CPR with AED training.
- Naloxone and relevant training (Trainer preferred)
- Confirmed clear Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) and Vulnerable Sector check(s).
HOW TO APPLY
Priority will be given to qualified T'ít'q'et members, followed by other qualified First Nations candidates.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and minimum three Professional references to:
[email protected], OR P.O. Box 615, 59 Retasket Street, Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0
Subject Line: Wellness Navigator, Substance Use Worker,
Email Body: Attention: Shawn Scotchman, please find enclosed cover letter, resume, and three Professional References and related copies of certificates/diploma related to this position.
This position is subject to a criminal record check and requires the incumbent to be bondable as a condition of employment. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
