Addictions Worker

SHIPSHEY•Waterloo, ON

1d•CA$55,087 - CA$64,015•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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