Drug Treatment Court Caseworker

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre•Thunder Bay, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The DTC Caseworker is responsible for providing case management for clients attending the Drug Treatment Court, and for providing direct services and referrals to ensure clients receive services in a timely fashion. The DTC Caseworker will work within a multi-disciplinary team to create and implement individualized case management plans, support interventions across the continuum of care for each program participant, assist individuals with meeting aftercare goals for sober living and recovery, and work in partnership with judicial and health care partners.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years work in wellness or justice services environment.
Knowledge of the judicial system, mental health and addictions partners, and other related federal and provincial statutes, and related court decisions regarding Indigenous persons.
Self-motivated individual able to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
Experience working with high-risk clientele with substance use issues in a helping capacity.
Effective crisis intervention skills.
Facilitation, team building and decision-making skills.
Ability to problem solve and take initiative.
Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work details and meet multiple deadlines.
Ability to build trust and rapport.
Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Community College diploma, University degree or equivalent in Addictions or Social Services.
Experience in treatment and aftercare is an asset.
Knowledge of Indigenous culture and experience working with Indigenous persons, particularly with intergenerational trauma.
Knowledge of Indigenous language(s) will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Providing case management for clients attending the Drug Treatment Court.
Providing direct services and referrals to ensure clients receive services in a timely fashion.
Working within a multi-disciplinary team to create and implement individualized case management plans.
Supporting interventions across the continuum of care for each program participant.
Assisting individuals with meeting aftercare goals for sober living and recovery.
Working in partnership with judicial and health care partners.
Planning and leading educational, one-on-one and/or support groups.
Planning, coordinating and delivering educational and prevention workshops.