Casual Attendants / Drivers

Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre Inc; Wikwemikong; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recovery center in Ontario is seeking Casual Attendants and Drivers to support clients in pre-treatment and aftercare programs. Attendants will monitor clients during their treatment process, while Drivers will transport clients as needed. Applicants should possess a valid Driver’s License and current CPR/First Aid training. Attention to detail, communication skills, and a commitment to a substance-free lifestyle are essential for this role. Email your resume and references to apply.

Qualifications

• Must support a substance-free lifestyle and be a positive role model.
• Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and community is an asset.
• Must submit a current Driver’s Abstract and a criminal reference check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clients to ensure safety throughout their treatment.
• Transport clients to treatment programming and medical trips.
• Document case notes for every client for each shift.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Advocacy for substance-free lifestyle

Education

Valid Class G and/or F Driver’s License

Current CPR and First Aid training

Job description

Overview

Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre is looking for Casual Attendants/Drivers.

The Attendants are needed to monitor clients in residential pre-treatment and aftercare programming. The Attendants are expected to fill part-time hours. The Attendants shifts include day (8:30 am – 4:30 pm) and night (4:15 pm – 12:30 am).

The Drivers are called in on an as needed basis.

Responsibilities

The role of the Attendant is to:

• Monitor clients in residence to ensure safety and support throughout their treatment process
• Communicate and work effectively and professionally within a team-oriented approach, ensuring a smooth delivery of approved sessions, programs, and services and manage outings
• Enforce house policies and procedures
• Participate in the organization’s team goal of ongoing accreditation processes
• Documentation and case notes are required for every client for every shift
• Provide ongoing communication and case notes to management team regarding client care
• Create a safe, healthy, and supportive atmosphere for all clients and coworkers that aligns with our policies and procedures

The role of the Driver is to:

• Transport clients for attendance at treatment programming, providing detox transportation and possibly medial trips for residential clients

Education & Experience

• Able to support and advocate for substance-free lifestyle
• Must demonstrate qualities of a positive role model for the Anishinaabe community and adhere to the Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture, language, and issues is an asset
• Knowledge of the services and programs within Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre Inc
• Able to provide appropriate client support and maintain confidentiality
• Must be willing to work weekends, evenings and nights as scheduled
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Class G and/or F Driver’s License and current CPR and First Aid training
• Must submit a current Driver’s Abstract and a criminal reference check with a vulnerable sector screen (CPIC-VSC)

How to apply

Please submit a resume and three (3) recent references by email to the attention of:

Alfreda Trudeau, Assistant Director

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