Coordinator of Drug Treatment Court Services

Indian Youth Friendship Society; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a full-time Coordinator of Drug Treatment Court Services in Thunder Bay. This role involves managing client services and case management in collaboration with healthcare partners, facilitating access to necessary resources, and supporting clients in their recovery journey. The ideal candidate will have a background in Addictions or Social Services, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of Indigenous culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work in wellness or justice services.
• Experience with high-risk clientele and substance use issues.
• Knowledge of the judicial system and Indigenous culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services and case management for Drug Treatment Court clients.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to create individualized plans.
• Assist individuals in achieving aftercare goals for recovery.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Team building

Communication

Problem solving

Case management

Cultural awareness

Educational planning

Education

Community College diploma or University degree in Addictions or Social Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coordinator of Drug Treatment Court Services

1 Full Time Vacancy

SUMMARY:

The Coordinator of Drug Treatment Court Services is responsible for coordinating services and case management of clients attending the Drug Treatment Court (DTC) in partnership with Anishnawbe Mushkiki Aboriginal Health Access Centre. The Coordinator of DTC Services will provide direct services and make necessary referrals to ensure eligible DTC clients receive services in a timely fashion. The Coordinator of DTC Services will work within a multi-disciplinary team to create and implement individualized case management plans, support interventions across the continuum of care for each program participant, assist individuals with meeting aftercare goals for sober living and recovery, and work in partnership with judicial and health care partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred Community College diploma, University degree or equivalent in Addictions or Social Services and/or minimum of 5 years work in wellness or justice services environment.
• Experience in a clinical setting and with substance abuse is necessary; experience working with high-risk clientele with substance use issues in a helping capacity.
• Knowledge of the judicial system, mental health and addictions partners, and other related federal and provincial statutes, and related court decisions regarding Indigenous persons. Experience in treatment and aftercare is an asset.
• Strong knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture, history, and the social reality that Indigenous people experience in an urban setting; knowledge of an Indigenous language(s) considered an asset.
• Expertise and understanding of the principals involved to provide culturally grounded trauma-informed care and wise practices within service delivery, continuum of care, and group programming.
• Self-motivated individual able to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented setting.
• Experience working with high-risk clientele with substance use issues in a helping capacity; effective crisis intervention skills.
• Experience planning and leading educational, one-on-one and/ or support groups. Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver educational and prevention workshops.
• Facilitation, team building and decision making skills; ability to problem solve and take initiative.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress management and time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize work details and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to build trust and rapport; excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including database applications.
• Excellent case and file management skills, stress and time management skills, ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Must have a valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• A satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Clearance is a condition of employment.
• Ability to maintain current First Aid / CPR certification.

Deadline Date: Monday, June 30, 2025

Salary Range: $65,000 to $70,000 per annum

Please submit cover letter and resume with three (3) references to:

Attention: Hiring Committee

Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre

401 N Cumberland Street Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4P7

Email: [e-mail] or Fax: [phone]

See our website for more information: www.tbifc.ca/get-involved/job-postings/

The Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Miigwetch to all who apply. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted