Recovery Support Worker - Part-Time (Flexible Hours)

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community health organization is seeking a part-time prevention support worker to attend to client care and support services throughout their recovery journey. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in addictions or social services and has experience working with vulnerable populations. This role offers ongoing professional development and a range of benefits including healthcare plan enrolment and access to wellness initiatives.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment

Pay in lieu of vacation

Access to staff physiotherapy and onsite gym

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to observe and record appropriately.
• Capable of maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Previous experience working with a vulnerable population.

Responsibilities

• Attend to admission, care, and discharge of clients.
• Provide support services for effective care transition.
• Assist clients throughout their recovery journey.

Skills

Basic counselling and screening skills

Crisis intervention skills

Effective critical thinking skills

Telephone etiquette

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Knowledge of Ojibway language and culture

Education

Diploma in addictions or social services

Tools

MS Office Suite

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

A leading community health organization is seeking a part-time prevention support worker to attend to client care and support services throughout their recovery journey. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in addictions or social services and has experience working with vulnerable populations. This role offers ongoing professional development and a range of benefits including healthcare plan enrolment and access to wellness initiatives.