Addictions Program Support Worker - Brandon, MB, Women's Recovery Program

Teenchallenge; Brandon; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada is seeking a Recovery Support Worker to provide direct supervision, structure, safety oversight, and practical daily support in an in-residence program. You will help maintain a safe, respectful environment while supporting campus operations.

The role emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, spiritual mentorship, and collaboration with staff to walk alongside individuals on their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Education in addiction services or related fields preferred.
• Experience in recovery, ministry, mentoring, or residential care is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence required.
• Safe food handling certificate considered an asset.
• Ability to obtain a clear Vulnerable Sector Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clients and maintain program structure during shifts.
• Encourage healthy routines, participation, accountability, and respectful behaviour.
• Observe and report behavioural, emotional, or safety concerns.
• Support daily structure, schedules, activities, transportation, and events as needed.
• Assist with maintaining a safe, respectful, and healthy recovery environment.
• Support fundraising and financial revenue sources.
• Assist with outreaches and off-campus outings and events.
• Participation with students in work detail; facilitate support groups.
• Conduct room and facility checks; manage shift responsibilities.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, or crises; maintain campus safety.
• Complete shift logs, incident reports, and maintain communication updates.

Skills

Christ-Centred

Spiritual Awareness

Accountability

Dependability

Teamwork

Teachable Spirit

Confidentiality

Education

Addiction services education

First Aid Certification

Food handling certificate

Driver's licence

Job description

Position Title: Addiction Program Support Worker

Status: Full Time

Location: Near Brandon, MB

Are You Called to Serve?

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada is looking for people who feel called to serve in ministry and help fulfill the Vision, to see addiction end, new life begin and freedom for all through Jesus Christ. In our programs, we have the privilege of walking alongside individuals who are seeking freedom from addiction and a completely new way of life.

We are looking for people who believe that lasting transformation is possible through Jesus Christ and who are willing to step into the everyday work of ministry. By loving people, speaking truth, providing encouragement and accountability. Supporting and walking alongside individuals through the challenges that come with a journey to recovery, freedom, and transformation.

Position Summary

The Recovery Support Staff provides direct supervision, structure, safety oversight, and practical daily support to clients within the in-residence program. This role helps maintain a safe, respectful, consistent, and healthy recovery environment while supporting the daily operations of the campus.

Core Competencies – Program Support Staff

• Christ-Centred & Ministry-Minded – Demonstrates a relationship with Jesus Christ and sees the role as an opportunity to serve, disciple, encourage, and point others toward Christ.
• Spiritual Awareness – Understands the reality of mental and spiritual struggles and recognizes the importance of prayer, scripture, and dependence on the Holy Spirit when supporting individuals through addiction recovery.
• Accountability – Is willing to support behavioural correction and concerns when necessary while communicating with respect, compassion, honesty, and consistency.
• Dependability – can be counted on to get the job done within the time frame and resources allotted
• Teamwork & Unity – Works collaboratively with leadership and other staff, communicates openly, supports team decisions, and contributes to a culture of unity.
• Teachable Spirit – Receives direction, correction, and feedback with humility and demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow.
• Confidentiality & Integrity – Handles sensitive information appropriately, demonstrateshonesty, and maintains trust.

Key Responsibilities

Client Supervision & Support

• Supervise clients and maintain program structure throughout shifts
• Encourage healthy routines, participation, accountability, and respectful behaviour
• Observe and report behavioural, emotional, or safety concerns

Program Support

• Support daily structure, schedules, activities, transportation, and events as needed
• Assist with maintaining a safe, respectful, and healthy recovery environment
• Support fundraising and financial revenue sources
• Assist with outreaches and off campus outings and events
• Participation with students in work detail
• Assist with the facilitation of support groups

Environment

• Conduct room checks, facility checks, and shift responsibilities
• Assist with medication procedures as applicable
• Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, or crises
• Help maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall campus safety

Daily Operations

• Assist with classes, meals, transportation, chores, work details, and program activities
• Support schedule transitions and daily campus flow
• Assist with setup, cleaning, and general operational support
• Cooking and kitchen management

Documentation & Communication

• Complete shift logs, incident reports, and communication updates accurately
• Maintain clear communication with staff teams regarding client concerns and program needs
• Assist with other administrative request as directed

Spiritual Leadership

• Live as an example to the clients in daily behaviour and actions
• Model Christ-centered leadership and healthy spiritual maturity
• Foster an environment of discipleship, prayer, restoration, and personal growth
• Support chapel services, devotions, outreach opportunities, and spiritual mentorship

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Credentials

• Education in addiction services, ministry, social work or other relevant fields is considered an asset
• Experience in recovery, ministry, mentoring, or residential care is an asset
• Valid driver’s licence
• Current First Aid Certification considered an asset
• Safe food handling certificate required
• Experience in kitchen operations, food service, or meal coordination is an asset
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a clear Vulnerable Sector Clearance

Personal Competencies

• Ability to work calmly within a structured residential environment
• Strong relational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to maintain cleanliness, structure, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, emotionally mature, and able to maintain healthy boundaries
• Willing and able to take and complete assigned training and development.
• Agreement with organizational mission, values, and faith-based approach

Work Environment

• Working with individuals in addiction and recovery
• Work in a commercial style kitchen
• Travel may be required to other locations or within the community for work purposes
• The work environment reflects the Christ-centered mission of Adult & Teen Challenge, where staff collaborate in ministry-focused work that supports individuals on their recovery journey.