Addiction Support Worker - Permanent Full-Time

The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch is currently recruiting an Addictions Support Worker for its Recovery Centre in Kirkland Lake.

In keeping with the Mission, Vision, Values of the Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch (CMHA-CT), the Addictions Support Workers (the Workers) are members of a multi- disciplinary team who play key roles in the coordination of care and services for clients who are affected by addictions, mental illness, dual diagnoses and/or concurrent disorders. The Workers recognize and respect the individuality and uniqueness of each client, including their needs, values, beliefs, and choices.

Qualifications:

1. A college diploma in one of the core mental health disciplines is preferred. Other levels of relevant education with experience in the mental health and addictions fields may be considered;

2. Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers would be considered an asset;

3. ASIST training is considered an asset;

4. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation related to the role;

5. Experience working in the mental health and addictions fields;

6. Knowledge and understanding of the complex issues related to addictions, mental illness, poverty, and homelessness, as well as the impact of social/cultural/economic factors on the determinants of health;

7. Understanding of and ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines;

8.The ability to engage and work with a broad age group of clients with diverse and complex issues;

9. Ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced, often pressured, environment;

10. Strong crisis and suicide intervention skills;

11. Valid driver’s license from the province of Ontario and use of a reliable vehicle for work purposes;

12. Clear vulnerable sector police check.

CMHA-CT offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including the HOOPP pension plan and most importantly, CMHA-CT offers a fulfilling career working with a dynamic team, supporting and caring for others.

CMHA Cochrane-Timiskaming actively seeks candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; Black and racialized; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary; and disabled.