1249: TRAVELLING MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS WORKER

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused health organization is seeking a Travelling Adult Mental Health and Addictions Worker. This role involves coordination of programming for First Nations, specialized counseling services, and significant travel. A minimum two-year diploma in related fields, alongside experience in addictions and knowledge of Anishinabek culture, is required. The position works 32.5 hours per week and emphasizes diversity in hiring.

Benefits

OMERS Pension plan

Generous paid vacation time

Comprehensive benefits plan

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in the field of addictions required.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Search including Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Possess a Class 'G' Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver programming to designated First Nations.
• Provide specialized mental health counseling services.
• Evaluate system effectiveness and recommend necessary changes.

Skills

Addictions counseling

Group facilitation

Knowledge of Anishinabek culture

Education

Two-year Addictions or Social Work Diploma

Three-year BSW Degree

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• 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

Under the direction of the District Mental Health and Addictions Services Manager, the Travelling Adult Mental Health and Addictions Worker will be based in the city of Thunder Bay, with regular travel to district First Nation communities. The primary focus will be coordination and delivery of programing to designated First Nations based on consultation and identified needs. The Travelling Adult Mental Health and Addiction Worker is also responsible for providing specialized mental health counselling services. This includes the provision of treatment plans and counselling services for clients, ensuring regular, appropriate documentation on all clinical files; regular conferencing/reviews of relevant cases; evaluating system effectiveness and recommending necessary changes; ensuring the current developmental, treatment, and psycho-social needs of clients are met by participating in the provision of assessment, counselling, and referrals. A primary responsibility is to increase early identification of mental health problems and mental disorders and deliver programing suited to those needs that is consistent with the philosophy, policies, and standards established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum two-year Addictions or Social Work Diploma or a Diploma in a related field is required. A three-year BSW Degree is preferred.
• minimum three years’ experience in the field of addictions is required;
• a combination of training and experience in working with the Anishinabek; knowledge of Anishinabek culture, tradition and teachings;
• experience in group facilitation.
• satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including a Vulnerable Sector Check;
• ability to work flexible hours (evening/weekend work required) as determined by the Addictions Services Manager in relation to service requirements;
• must posses a Class "G" Driver’s License and must have access to a personal vehicle;
• extensive travel in the district is required.

Hours of Work:32.5 hours per week

Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/

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.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

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