CSJ, Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal Management

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services•St. Thomas, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CSJ Addiction and Mental Health worker in the Withdrawal Management Services program will actively support individuals who are experiencing withdrawal from substances in a community setting. They will work alongside staff providing client-centered care from a harm reduction approach. This front-line position will engage in community development, capacity building and program development with a wide variety of service providers.

Requirements

Will be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and am legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Post-secondary education completed or in progress within social services, mental health and/or addictions
Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR
Knowledge of mental health and addiction
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Health and safety knowledge
Ability to recognize and guide potential conflict situations
Bilingual in both official languages, preferred; Une préférence sera accordée aux personnes possédant des compétences dans les deux langues officielles du Canada

Responsibilities

Provide client-centered care from a harm reduction approach
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers and organizations
Acquire and maintain a high level of current knowledge about substance use disorders and trends as well as treatment options
Facilitate successful service navigation for clients through empowerment and/or advocacy
Provide education, referrals and support for people using substances and related needs
Manage indirect services and administrative duties
Engage in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner. On occasion, these services may be provided outside of regular office hours
Attend and actively participate in team meetings and case conferencing meetings
Maintain awareness of and adherence to policies and protocols
Support and participate in the quality enhancement activities of the team and agency
Actively participate in the supervisory process with immediate supervisor
Provide coverage for other team members as volunteered/directed
Be supportive of and an active participant in the constant evolution and growth of the agency