Withdrawal ManagementHarm Reduction Support Worker
Withdrawal ManagementHarm Reduction Support Worker
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GWEKWAADZIWIN MIIKAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING
Withdrawal Management/Harm Reduction Support Worker
4 fixed term contract and casual positions available with opportunity for extension)
Position Description:
A fulltime contract position 1 year with possibility of extension) responsible for the development and implementation of acute withdrawal Distribution of Harm Reduction supplies safe/flex beds and Opioid Agonist Tapering services as part of the Gwekwaadziwin Miikan continuum of services. Casual positions also available.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Reporting to the Withdrawal Management/Harm Reduction Team Leader
- Program development and implementation
- Responsible for supporting the intake of program participants
- Electronic file and paper file management
- Communicate with participants and their families about the program
- Supporting referrals to external organizations
- Responsible for liaising with community organizations
- Group and onetoone interactions
- Assist in implementation of research and outcome measurement projects
- Various administrative duties as needed
Qualifications:
- Minimum requirement is a degree in social services nursing or other related human service diploma with mental health and addictions training
- Preference given to an Individual of Anishinaabe ancestry with Knowledge and understanding of Anishinabek history clan systems protocols etiquette culture traditions and ceremonies
- Proven experience with data management office administration and electronic medical records
- Experience working in Mental Health and Addictions field
- Experience working in the Withdrawal Management sector and knowledge of best practices
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects
- Mature individual who can work independently with preference given to individuals living a traditional lifestyle and being on a lifelong journey in traditional knowledge
Requirements:
- Possesses a valid Ontario class G drivers license in good standing with access to a reliable vehicle able to obtain an F class Drivers license with a preference given to those who already hold a class F drivers license
- Ability to work outside normal business hours and weekends and on call as required
- Must have a relevant diploma and work experience
Salary: Starting at $54000/Annual
Closing Date: Open until filled
To Apply:Please complete the application online at gwek.bamboohr/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those applicants under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
