1006: COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS WORKER – GULL BAY

Northwest Employment Works; Gull Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker to provide essential counseling services to children and families in a supportive environment. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community, focusing on a holistic approach to mental health. With a competitive salary and benefits, including a pension plan and generous vacation time, this position is perfect for someone looking to contribute positively to the lives of Anishinabek families. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and community engagement.

Benefits

OMERS Pension Plan

Flexible Schedule

Generous Paid Vacation

Paid Time Off at Christmas

Comprehensive Benefit Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year Social Work Diploma or five years experience in Social Services.
• Experience providing counseling services to Anishinabek children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessments and counseling to children and families.
• Consult on community behavioral assessments and interventions.

Skills

Counseling Skills

Cultural Competence

Social Work Knowledge

Flexibility

Education

Social Work Diploma

Experience in Social Service

Tools

First Aid/CPR Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Hybrid work schedule (This position is not remote)
• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Position Overview:

The Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker will provide clinical assessments, planning, treatment and counselling to children and their families, and consultations regarding community behavioural assessments and intervention. The primary responsibility is the provision of mental health and addictions counselling services with a wholistic approach for children and their families that is consistent with the vision, mission and core values established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.

Salary Range:$26.48 to – $33.54 hourly

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A minimum two-year Social Work Diploma or Diploma in a related field and/or five years’ experience working in a Social Service field in a First Nation Community
• Two or more years experience in the provision of counselling services to Anishinabek children, youth or their families with a combination of training and work experience with the Anishinabek people, communities, culture, traditions and teachings
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Search
• The ability to work flexible hours
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate
• A valid class G Driver’s License; access to a reliable, personal vehicle; $1,000,000 liability vehicle insurance
• Medical and up-to-date immunization recommended but not mandatory

Hours of Work:32.5 hours per week

If you experience issues with our online application system please apply directly at [e-mail] the competition number must be quoted in the email subject line.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Dilico gives preference to Anishinabek people.