Temporary Full-Time Program Facilitator (Gray)
About The Position
The Bridge Youth & Family Services requires a Full Time Program Facilitator to ensure the physical, emotional, social needs of adult participants at Bridgeway Ethel house. The Program Facilitator(s) provides assessment, treatment planning and implementation for participants of the program. Delivers psycho-educational workshops and teaches mindfulness based relapse prevention and coping strategies. Utilizes community resources to facilitate achievement of treatment goals and transition planning. The position aids the participant in identifying and understanding personal issues and in establishing and achieving specific, attainable goals necessary to recovery. The position is temporary, 35 hours per week until the return of the incumbent.
Requirements
- Minimum Undergraduate Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Related Field.
- 3 years experience working with addictions and mental health
- Training and experience providing evidence-based responses/ therapeutic interventions to individuals experiencing alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder or concurrent disorder.
- Demonstrated group facilitation and counselling skills,
- Experience creating and working within a culturally inclusive environment.
- Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing
- Ability to build strong, collaborative working relationships with external and internal stakeholders
- Demonstrated crisis management, decision-making, conflict resolution, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Criminal Record Search in accordance with agency policy
- Employees must declare their vaccination status for COVID-19 and influenza; if vaccinated, documentation must be provided.
- Valid BC driver’s license and use of reliable vehicle
Responsibilities
- Ensure the physical, emotional, social needs of adult participants at Bridgeway Ethel house.
- Provide assessment, treatment planning and implementation for participants of the program.
- Deliver psycho-educational workshops.
- Teach mindfulness based relapse prevention and coping strategies.
- Utilize community resources to facilitate achievement of treatment goals and transition planning.
- Aid the participant in identifying and understanding personal issues.
- Assist participants in establishing and achieving specific, attainable goals necessary to recovery.
Benefits
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3 month probationary period
- 9.31% Pension matching after the 3 month probationary period
- 3 weeks vacation pay which increases with length of service
- 1 paid wellness day per year
- Paid birthday off
- Paid sick time which increases with length of service.
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
