Addictions & Recovery Worker - (214160)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Addictions and Recovery Worker to provide crucial non-medical withdrawal management care. This role involves supporting clients dealing with substance misuse through effective communication, facilitation of educational groups, and crisis intervention. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in addiction counseling, with a focus on promoting healthy lifestyle choices. Join a dedicated team committed to improving the lives of individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges, while ensuring a safe and supportive environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent related experience in addiction counseling.
• Working knowledge of chemical dependency and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical withdrawal management care and supportive counseling.
• Observe and monitor clients, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work with seriously addicted and mentally ill clients

Facilitation skills for supportive and educational groups

Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills

Organizational and prioritization skills

Education

Post-secondary certification in addiction counseling

Certification in First Aid and CPR

Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)

Food Safe Certification

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Job Description: Addictions and Recovery Worker

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The continuous improvement of quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator or designate, the Addictions and Recovery Worker provides non-medical withdrawal management care, including:

1. General care services
2. Harm reduction education
3. Group facilitation
4. Individual screening for risk
5. Registration, admission, and discharge of clients
6. Supportive counselling
7. Assistance with daily living activities
8. Supervision of clients dealing with substance misuse

The role involves observing and monitoring clients, role modeling healthy lifestyle behaviors, and completing documentation. Travel may be required, and transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements, potentially including the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Post-secondary certification in addiction counseling or equivalent, plus two years of recent related experience
• Working knowledge of chemical dependency
• Basic knowledge of community resources
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Certification in First Aid and CPR
• Valid BC Driver's License (required for certain positions)
• Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) within the first three months of employment
• Food Safe Certification (required for Supportive Housing and Long-term Care positions)

Experience working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with seriously addicted and mentally ill clients and their families
• Ability to observe and recognize behavioral and health status changes
• Facilitation skills for supportive and educational groups
• Role modeling healthy lifestyle choices
• Ability to set and maintain boundaries
• Independent and collaborative work skills
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills
• Proficiency with related equipment and software such as word processing and spreadsheets

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