Addictions worker

Education: College/CEGEP. Work site environment: Personal and social adjustment and health (substance abuse, gambling, behaviour disorders). Work setting: Drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre. Tasks: Assess client's relevant skill strengths and development needs. Provide suicide and crisis intervention. Resolve conflict situations. Supervise activities of clients living in group homes and half-way houses. Implement substance abuse treatment programs. Conduct individual and group counselling sessions. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). Mental health first aid Certificate. Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certificate. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Target audience: Aboriginal groups. Adolescents. Culturally diverse groups. Persons with mental health disabilities. Street population. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Office. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Child Abuse Registry check. Driving record check (abstract). Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Physically demanding. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Large workload. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Judgement. Client focus. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Team player. Screening questions: Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Employment terms options: Evening. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Life insurance. Pension plan. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. On-site recreation and activities. Other benefits. Team building opportunities. Parking available.