Addiction Crisis Worker

William-Osler-Health-System-8; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

William Osler Health System in Brampton is seeking a casual Detox/Withdrawal role within the Detox Centre. You will screen, assess, intervene in crises, plan treatments, counsel clients and assist with discharge planning in a fast-paced health-care setting.

The position requires experience in addiction services, a health/social services diploma, CPR/First Aid, non-violent crisis intervention, and strong interpersonal and computer skills; travel between Osler sites may be required, with rotating

Qualifications

• Three years experience in the addiction field.
• Two year community college diploma in health or social services with an addiction concentration.
• Combination of credentials and relevant experience considered.
• Screening and assessment skills for non-medical withdrawal services.
• Knowledge of withdrawal effects from alcohol and other substances.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Current non-violent crisis intervention training.
• Knowledge of Ontario substance abuse treatment system.
• Ability to travel between Osler sites.

Responsibilities

• Patient screening, intake/observation, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, counseling, discharge planning, consultation and education.
• Preparation of meals.
• Attending monthly staff meetings.
• Other facility-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Screening & assessment

Crisis intervention

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Attendance & punctuality

Education

Two-year diploma in health or social services (addiction)

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Non-violent crisis intervention training

Job description

• Departments: Detox Centre/Withdrawal MGMT - 0172.340808055
• Job Category: Mental Health
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Union Group: Non Union - Allied Health
• Schedule: Rotational Shifts - Days/Evenings/Nights (Non Union)
• Employment Type: Casual

Company Description

One of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game.

A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training and promotional opportunities. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of patient-inspired health care without boundaries.

At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!

Job Description

Accountabilities:

• Patient screening, intake/observation, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, counseling, discharge planning, consultation and education
• Preparation of meals
• Attending monthly staff meetings
• Other facility-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Three yearsexperience in the addiction field
• A two year community college diploma in health or social services with an addiction concentration, and/or complemented by other recognized academic credentials in addiction studies
• A combination of academic credentials and relevant experience will be considered
• Demonstrated screening and assessment skills regarding appropriateness of non-medical withdrawal services
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the effects of withdrawal from alcohol and other substances
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Current non-violent crisis intervention training
• Core knowledge and skills for withdrawal management training is an asset
• Knowledge of the substance abuse treatment system in Ontario
• Knowledge of gambling treatment is an asset
• Knowledge of second language(s) and ethno-cultural diversity issues preferred
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work with other agencies and/or organizations
• Demonstrated verbal, written and computer skills
• Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites
• Basic computer skills

Additional Information

Hours:Currently Days/Evenings/Nightsincluding weekends and statutory holidays(subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

SALARY:
Minimum: $32.48 per hour

Maximum: $38.21 per hour

Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail] .

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.