Prevention Support Worker (Full-time Permanent)

Talent Pool Builder; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks vacation

Ontario Pension Plan enrollment

Life Insurance (Desjardins)

Disability coverage

Job summary

Lake of the Woods District Hospital is seeking a Prevention Support Worker to assist in admission, care and discharge of clients on their recovery journey.

You will support care transitions through group work and cross-program collaboration, applying harm reduction and stages-of-change principles in a fast-paced mental health setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma in addictions or social services is required; CAMH coursework may be needed.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• WHMIS training is required; CPI training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend admission, care and discharge of clients throughout recovery.
• Support transitions through group work and cross-program collaboration.
• Assist across stages of change with a focus on effective care planning.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Counselling skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Harm reduction

Stages of change

Relapse prevention

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in addictions or social services

CPR and First Aid

WHMIS

CPI training

CAMH coursework

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

MS Office Suite

Class G driver's license

Job description

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Hours: 1.00 FTE

Classification: PRSW

Department: Mental Health and Addictions

Salary: $31.9490 to $33.1523 per hour; As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

Closing Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026

Description

Reporting to Manager of Morningstar Centre, the prevention support worker attends to the admission, care and discharge of the clients throughout their recovery journey. The position assists through the stages of change and provides support services for effective care transition and discharge planning and functioning of the facility through group work and working across programs.

Values

COMPASSION: We are empathetic, sensitive and understanding to the unique needs of our patients. their families, our staff and our communities.

COLLABORATION: We are stronger together, working as a team and with our partners to improve the health of our patients.

EXCELLENCE: We are committed to quality care and service excellence for every patient. We stay current on evolving science and share our expertise.

INTEGRITY: We are committed to honesty, confidentiality, confidentiality and trust. We act in a professional and ethical manner to best meet the needs of our patients, their families, our staff and our communities.

RESPECT: We embrace the strength in our diversity and treat patients, families, staff and partners with dignity. We value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
• Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

• Diploma in addictions or social services is required although lesser academic qualifications may be accepted provided that the incumbent has completed or is willing to complete CAMH course work relevant to the program and clientele
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid
• WHMIS training
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (CPI)
• Completion of support and assist course for medication is required upon hiring
• Basic counselling and screening skills
• Demonstrated ability to observe and record appropriately
• Capable of maintaining cooperative working relationships and liaising with various other service providers
• Ability to provide, resource referrals, and effectively advocate for clients
• Crisis intervention skills and conflict resolution experience required to support clients
• Effective critical thinking skills
• Previous experience working with a vulnerable population
• Demonstrated understanding and experience working within the context of recovery, harm reduction, therapeutic engagement, homelessness and trauma informed approach, as well as the stages of change and relapse
• Effective interpersonal/communication skills, appropriate to dealing tactfully and sensitively with clients, staff and other professionals
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet client and operational needs
• Ability to organize and manage routine and administrative tasks as outlined
• Consistently utilizes a non-judgmental approach to prevention support work and interactions with internal and external stakeholders
• Awareness of the community and district treatment resources and community partners providing social/health services to clients
• Telephone etiquette
• Knowledge of the Ojibway language and culture would be considered an asset
• The ability to work as part of a peer supervision model
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Experience with and knowledge of harm reduction strategies
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in a fast paced/multitask environment
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills including MS Office Suite, Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Class G driver's license with a clean drivers abstract
• Demonstrated reliable attendance record
• Previous experience working with vulnerable population in the Mental Health and Addictions Field an asset
• Previous experience working in an abstinence and harm reduction environment an asset

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the HumanResources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.