1724: RESIDENTIAL ADDICTION WORKER

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care; Neebing; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional Flexible schedule to support

OMERS Pension plan available to all

Job summary

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care in Thunder Bay, ON is seeking a Residential Addiction Worker to deliver programs and lectures, support clients, and maintain records. Under the supervision of the TAY housing support Manager, you will facilitate groups, orient new clients to housing programs, transport clients to appointments, and help ensure safety within the unit and programming.

Applicants should have a college diploma in addictions or related field with relevant experience; a valid driver's

Qualifications

• College diploma in addictions or related field with two years experience in the field of mental health and addictions.
• Experience in mental health and addictions as it relates to the Anishinabek, experience in provision of individual and group-based treatment services.
• Candidates without the specific education qualifications but with appropriate experience and other qualifications will be considered.

Responsibilities

• carry out programming and lectures as per schedule
• facilitate groups
• orientate new clients to the housing support programs
• transport clients to case conferences and medical appointments
• maintain daily recording; case notes
• ensures the safety and well-being of the clients
• security of the TAY housing support unit in the provision of both day and evening programming

Education

College diploma in addictions or related field with two years experience in the field of mental health and addictions

Experience in mental health and addictions relevant to the Anishinabek

Combination of experience and other qualifications considered if formal education is not required

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
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 – Full Time Permanent

Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON

Closing Date: November 3, 2026

Competition #: 1724

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the TAY housing support Manager, the Residential Addiction Worker will carry out programming and lectures as per schedule; facilitate groups; orientate new clients to the housing support programs, transport clients to case conferences and medical appointments; maintain daily recording; case notes; ensures the safety and well-being of the clients, and the security of the TAY housing support unit in the provision of both day and evening programming.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• College diploma in addictions or related field with two (2) years experience in the field of mental health and addictions
• Experience in the field of mental health and addictions as it relates to the Anishinabek, experience in provision of individual and group-based treatment services.
• 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.
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Addiction Services Manager in relation to service requirements.
• Must possess a Class “F” driver’s license or be willing to obtain a Class “F” license and have access to a personal vehicle.
• Must hold a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate.
• A criminal records check is required and a child welfare check is required upon hiring.
• Must complete a medical and receive the required immunizations as recommended by the local medical officer of health.

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

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

TF+1 855 623 8511 |T+1 807 623 8511