1590: CA Community Mental Health & Addictions Worker

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS Pension plan

Competitive salaries

Generous vacation time

Paid time off at Christmas

EFAP for employees and families

Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, 의료

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Fort William First Nation, ON, is seeking a Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker to deliver clinical assessments, planning, treatment and counselling to children and their families, with a wholistic approach aligned to Dilico's values.

The role coordinates integrated services from referral to discharge, requires a two-year Social Work Diploma or related field and experience in counselling Indigenous communities, and includes flexible hours and a vehicle

Qualifications

• 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.
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Search; including a Vulnerable Sector Check;
• A valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is required;
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Service Manager in relation to service requirements;
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s Licence and must have access to a personal vehicle;

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the District Mental Health and Addictions Service Manager, 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.
• The Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker is responsible for the coordination of integrated services delivery from the point of referral to discharge for all assigned children, youth and their families receiving agency service.

Education

Social Work Diploma

Job description

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• 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

Positions Available: 1 Casual

Position Location: Longlac, ON (this position is not remote)

Closing Date: November 10, 2026

Competition #: 1590

Position Overview

Under the direction of the District Mental Health and Addictions Service Manager, 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. The Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker is responsible for the coordination of integrated services delivery from the point of referral to discharge for all assigned children, youth and their families receiving agency service.

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; including a Vulnerable Sector Check;
• A valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is required;
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Service Manager in relation to service requirements;
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s Licence and must have access to a personal vehicle;

Hours of Work: Casual

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

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

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

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

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