Addiction Support Worker

1 month ago


Ottawa Ontario HB, Montréal, Canada Serenity House Part time

"Inspired people creating possibility in recovery"

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can be of service to others? Is your passion centered on supporting individuals recovering from addictions? Do you want to be part of a team and organization who have a positive reputation and a 50+ year history in this community? Then this position might be just what you are looking for.

We are seeking an Addiction Support Worker (Casual, On-Call) to assist our in-house treatment center team and clients during the weekend, with possibility of other shifts on an as-needed basis. The weekend shifts are either 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am. The overnight shift is a sleep shift, where you can sleep from 12 midnight until 6am.

What will you do?

  • Assist our treatment team and clients in our in-house treatment facility by offering support and engaging clients in various treatment activities.
  • Answer phone calls and respond to messages from prospective clients, families, and community workers.
  • Support clients with their medication needs as per program protocols.
  • Clean and prepare vacant rooms for new move-ins.
  • Prepare and cook meals in partnership with clients, following safe food handling protocols.
  • Make regular rounds of the facility.
  • Administrative duties as required by the counsellors.

What qualifications do you need to have?

  • A diploma in social work, addictions, mental health, counselling, or equivalent.
  • 1-3 years experience preferably in an in-house treatment setting.
  • Experience working within the addictions sector.
  • Vulnerable Sector Check from the Ottawa Police Service.

What makes you stand out?

  • Certificate in First Aid/CPR/AED.
  • ASIST Training.
  • Personal lived experience.

What can you expect?

  • A positive workplace.
  • To work independently.

If this invitation appeals to you, please submit your cover letter, resume, and three references indicating how your interest, qualifications, and standout qualities make you the right candidate for this position.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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