Addiction Crisis Worker FT

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We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, diverse race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, family status, religion, disability, and socioeconomic status, to help address under-representation and foster greater inclusivity and belonging at SJCG.

By promoting a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, we ensure that our values of care, compassion, and commitment are reflected in every aspect of our work. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and are committed to upholding these values, we encourage you to apply and join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future.

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ADDICTION CRISIS WORKER (25-0000737)

Bargaining Unit: UNIFOR-HOSPITAL
Status: Full Time
Department: Safe Sobering Services
Site: Sister Margaret Smith Centre
Shifts: Days/Nights including Weekends
Rate of Pay: $28.76 - $29.39 per hour

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, Withdrawal Management Program, the Addiction Crisis Worker (ACW) is responsible for the physical well-being of the clients and environment involved in the withdrawal management program. Key responsibilities include admitting and assessing individuals suffering from substance abuse; safely managing withdrawal and/or safely sobering from substance use and their safe exit after, providing support, service planning and stabilization; performing all routine duties in maintaining a withdrawal management program.
Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years post-secondary education in a Human Services field (eg. Addictions, social work, psychology) and/or a combination of addictions training and previous working experience in an addictions field.

Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of addiction issues, crisis management and conflict resolution skills
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills and excellent time management skills
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated awareness and understanding of chemical dependency and familiarity with the recovery process including community resources.

Asset:

• Experience with computer based data entry is an asset.
  

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position shall be conditional upon a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions.
  
• Offers of employment made to external candidates are conditional upon providing proof of COVID-19 vaccination as per the SJCG Immunization Policy IMS-04-005 or proof of valid medical exemption, prior to the offered effective date. If proof of vaccination or valid medical exemption is not provided, the offer of employment is rescinded.