Addictions Caseworker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Toronto, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Addictions Caseworker provides professional care and support to individuals on conditional release from Federal Correctional Institutions. They perform a full range of duties and responsibilities related to the assistance, care, and counselling of residents including: assessments, ongoing reviews, and the development of plans for assigned residents. They fully participate as an active member of the Community Residential Facility Staff Team.

Requirements

Must have completed an Undergraduate University degree (e.g. BA, BSc, BScN,) or ICADC (International Certified Alcohol and Drug Caseworker)
Must have current First Aid, CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certificates
Obtain Vulnerable Sector Search and institutional security clearance (if required by institution)
Must have minimum 2 years of prior related experience, including teaching, counseling in a variety of Social Service Programs and Corrections
Demonstrated ability to teach
Knowledge and experience dealing with concurrent disorders, relapse prevention models, the 12 step process, and the special needs of men with addiction is required
Strong computer skills, including MS Office and case management software
Demonstrated commitment to work within The Salvation Army mission and values and demonstrated ability to apply them
Strong communication skills, both oral and written in English
Tolerance and compassion for individuals of diverse social and cultural backgrounds
Ability to understand the dynamics of residents’ behaviour and assess their needs and risks
Must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player
Must have good computer skills
Must have proven ability to effectively problem solve
Ability to work with diversity

Nice To Haves

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered
Certification in the area of addictions; experience in support group/family therapy; mental health knowledge and/or training; and/or knowledge of pharmacology would be an asset
Knowledge of available community resources would be an asset

Responsibilities

Work with the Case Management Team to support parolees and involve team-assigned staff in monitoring, assessing and supporting residents' programs and progress (i.e. complete Level of Service Inventory, Needs Analysis, Road to Self-Improvement)
Case load of up to 18 residents (weekly meetings and case work records); ensure thorough and complete intake has been given to all assigned cases
Full Parole Submissions to the Parole Board of Canada
Facilitate in house meetings
Assist Clients with development of specific goal plans in order to meet determined objectives. This may include, but not limited to, client centered recovery goals, compliance with Correctional Plan, securing housing, obtaining vocational training or assessing Life-Skills programs
Prepare and facilitate (relapse prevention) group programming
Participate in 60 day resident evaluations with resident and Assistant Director when deemed necessary
Manage & maintain confidentiality and accuracy of resident files as per policy and procedures
Provide direct consultation, referral and supportive counselling to residents as per policy and procedures
Respond to any crisis situations involving any residents and provide consultation and direction to front-line staff as required
Conduct room searches at the request of the Director or designate
Provide instruction and guidance to one student on placement assignment per semester
Be available to interview potential staff and assist with assessing the suitability of applicants, conduct Institutional visits
Participate in the rotational on-call system for the CRF, acting as Director’s Designate in response to emergency situations/parole violations.
Other duties as assigned and deemed necessary to fulfill the contractual obligation with Correctional Services Canada
As required and where applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency or procedures
Adhere to standards that are consistent with the values & philosophy of The Salvation Army and the Correctional Justice Services Department
Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings, shift changes, case-management meetings, joint case conference meetings with Correctional Services Canada and in-service training when made available
Engage in formal Evaluation sessions with your immediate supervisor.
Read and follow the Policy and Procedures Manual and the Employee Handbook and all changes
Protect the confidentiality of all residents and staff
Function as a supportive team member
As required and where applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency or procedures to management team
Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures, promoting safe work practices for self and others
Is alert to, remedies or promptly reports all actual or potential hazardous situations to appropriate personnel