Job Type

Full-time permanent

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours

1.00 FTE

Classification

MHAC

Department

Mental Health and Addictions

Salary

$41.3059 to $49.9872 per hour

As per CUPE LOCAL 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Ongoing until filled

Description

The Day Treatment program is an in-person and virtual SUD treatment program for individuals with mild to moderate addictions. The goal is to provide evidence and strength based, trauma informed care short-term care to support individuals on their recovery journey. This position will provide case management, facilitate groups, and provide supportive counselling.

This position is part of a larger Mental Health and Addictions team. This case management position provides assessment, care coordination, group work, and ongoing case management services.

The role involves engaging individuals with psychosocial, mental health, and addiction needs; providing SUD treatment facilitating access to treatment and community resources; supporting harm reduction and recovery-oriented goals; collaborating with interdisciplinary teams; and assisting with crisis intervention, discharge planning, and ensuring continuity of care. The position emphasizes person-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based practices to improve health outcomes and reduce barriers to care.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in one of the following:
  • Social Service Worker diploma (must be eligible for registration with the OCSWSSW)
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant health or social sciences field
• Experience working in mental health and addictions
• Non-violent Crisis intervention Certification or willing to obtain
• Willing to obtain First Aid/CPR
• Addictions certificate training or willing to obtain
• Ability to provide case management and knowledge of community resources is required
• Ability to facilitate program groups
• Knowledge of suicide intervention and assessment
• Understanding of the stages of change as it pertains to recovery
• Familiarity with various treatment modalities
• Willing to obtain WHMIS upon starting
• Demonstrates knowledge and appreciation of First Nations Culture
• Ability to function independently and have good personal integrity
• Demonstrates ability to work well with others preferably as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Awareness of, and maintains good professional boundaries
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Non-judgmental approach
• Ability to communicate in Ojibway or Cree is considered an asset
• Reliable attendance record

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.