Addiction Mental Wellness Worker

Independent Association of Prep Schools; Truro; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading association is seeking an Addiction Mental Wellness Worker to provide culturally sensitive support services aimed at improving the mental health of community members. Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, case management, and prevention programming. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and a commitment to sobriety.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• NNADAP Certification or equivalent Addictions Training is an asset.
• Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or similar may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group client services and advocacy.
• Develop and facilitate prevention programming related to addictions.
• Conduct assessments and case management for clients.

Skills

Effective communication with First Nations clients

Group facilitation

Client-centered approach

Computer Skills (MS Office & EMR)

Teams and dispute resolution skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

NNADAP Certification

Addictions Training or Addictions Counselling Certificate

Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or relevant fields

Culture Sensitivity Training

Job description

Under the general supervision of the Health Director, and Assistant Health Director. The Addiction Mental Wellness Worker will provide support services and education that are culturally sensitive, help improve the mental health and wellbeing of SMFN Members. This position will be responsible to provide client services (individual, group, advocacy and case management) as well as prevention programming at the community level related to addictions and mental wellness. This will involve direct contact with clients involving assessment, peer counselling, referrals, case management, and aftercare. Other programing may include facilitation of support groups and working with all ages in prevention activities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Grade 12 or equivalent

NNADAP Certification would be an Asset (if not) you Must have Addictions Training and/or Addictions Counselling Certificate

Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Mental Health and Addictions fields (may also be considered)
Culture Sensitivity Training or Relevant experience working in a First Nations community
Must have Valid NB Driver’s License & use of own vehicle for work-related purposes

Must be Alcohol, Drug and Addictions Free (Minimum of 3 years)

Priority will be given to Indigenous Applicants

OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED:

Demonstrated ability – both written and oral – to communicate effectively with First Nations clients, families, communities and service providers
Effective group facilitation skills

Confidentiality

• Must have client centered approach
• Computer Skills (MS Office & Electronic Medical Records Systems would be an asset)
• Role Model in sobriety and model good self-care
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Must have excellent understanding of current drugs and effects on clients
  Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined team, including professional commitment, flexibility with hours and good dispute resolution skills

Please submit current resume and cover letter by April 4th, 2025 at 4:30 pm to:

Human Resource Generalist

150 Cliffe Street (2nd Floor)

or Fax to [phone] or email [e-mail]