Substance Use Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated in Tsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect - this treaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process. The Treaty provides us municipal, provincial and federal types of jurisdiction over a land base of 724 hectares.

Tsawwassen First Nation also became a full member of Metro Vancouver, the first First Nation to do so. We are now going through a period of revival and renewal as we plan our future and seek opportunities to sustain our growth physically, economically and culturally, for present and future generations.

TFN has an exciting and immediate opportunity for a Substance Use Support Coordinator to join our Health & Social Services team. This position will have the opportunity to contribute to the exciting time of growth for the TFN Community.

**Position Summary**

The Substance Use Support Coordinator works within a trauma informed, client and family centered model within a harm-reduction framework. The Substance Use Support Coordinator will provide supports and services to clients struggling with unmanaged substance use issues. This includes assisting in transition planning to and from treatment, post treatment supports, and supporting clients with managing their substance use. Monitors, documents and provides support to clients. Assists with basic living skills and system navigation. The Substance Use Support Worker will support TFN community members to remain active, healthy members of the TFN community. The position is part of a multi-disciplinary department that supports TFN families through outreach and in a case management role.

**Specific Responsibilities**
- Assist in the implementation of programming that will support the engagement of youth, adults and elders who are struggling with substance use through one-to-one supports or small group programs
- Build programming that will focus on a strengths-based approach to building resiliency and self-esteem
- Assist clients in identifying individual plans and client centered goals that focus on areas clients are interested in changing in their substance use; but can include other issues like life skills, self-esteem, financial skills, obtaining and maintaining housing, and safety needs and safe health practices
- Assist clients in learning more about and/or connecting with TFN cultural practices, and traditions/healing
- Provide information and education on substance interactions, impacts of different substances on the brain and body, how to support family members struggling with substance use issues, etc.
- Build and maintain a network of positive working relationships with other TFN departments and outside service providers to ensure effective referrals and a good continuum of care. This includes attending and sitting on substance use and mental health community committees/ working groups
- Ensure that clients are engaged and connected to programming and supports offered through HSS and outside agencies. Assist clients in accessing outside services, working with HSS team to do referrals, and transporting clients when needed
- Provide interim support and services to clients who are on wait lists for outside services
- As required, consult with HSS programs, and other relevant individuals to identify and respond to the needs and goals of individual clients, coordinating case consultation when necessary following TFN procedures
- Function as a team member of the health and social services department. Attend and positively participate in staff meetings as required
- Keep abreast of all current social concerns, various modalities of substance use treatments and street trends and as required attend professional development activities in order to remain informed regarding issues relevant to providing services to TFN members
- Positively address all concerns, incidents or crises which affect program mandate, TFN policy, personal issues, community relations, etc.
- Respect and assure clients of confidentiality in the community and with other service professionals
- Consult with and report to immediate supervisor, and prepare and submit reports to supervisors, as required. Maintain accurate client files along with all required forms, compile statistical records to support program needs and inform ongoing program development and evaluation. Ensure client files are kept in accordance with TFN Freedom of Information and Personal Privacy Act and other records keeping legislation that applies
- Assist other members of the Health and Social Services team in establishing a trusting, non-judgmental, non-exploitative rapport with clients. As required, perform any other duty that the Health and Social Services Manager deems necessary to ensure the safe, healthy, and productive operation of the program

**Qualifications**
- A diploma in Social W

  • Substance Use Support Worker

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated in Tsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect - this treaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process. The Treaty provides us municipal,...

  • Substance Use Support Coordinator

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSubstance Use Support CoordinatorRegular Full TimeTsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated inTsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect - thistreaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiatedthrough...

  • Health Care Worker

    3 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Classic LifeCare - Vancouver, BC Full time

    Classic LifeCare is a family-run homecare agency that has been providing the finest home healthcare experience for the past 45 years. We are accredited by Accreditation Canada.Are you a Health Care Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of others? We are looking for to add to our homecare team in Tsawwassen.What we offer for Health Care Workers:A...

  • Health Care Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Classic LifeCare - Vancouver, BC Full time

    **Classic LifeCare** is a family-run homecare agency that has been providing the finest home healthcare experience for the past 45 years. We are accredited by Accreditation Canada.Are you a Health Care Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of others? We are looking for to add to our homecare team in **Tsawwassen**. **What we offer for Health Care...

  • Community Inclusion Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Pacific Coast Community Resources Full time

    **About the Role** As a Community Inclusion Worker, you will assist a person who requests support to participate in personal, social, vocational, and volunteer opportunities within the community. The services are determined by the person and based on their specific goals and preferences. You’ll encourage and empower the person to be independent and...

  • Community Inclusion Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Pacific Coast Community Resources Full time

    **About the Role** As a Community Inclusion Worker, you will assist a person who requests support to participate in personal, social, vocational, and volunteer opportunities within the community. The services are determined by the person and based on their specific goals and preferences. You’ll encourage and empower the person to be independent and...

  • Health Care Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Classic LifeCare - Vancouver, BC Full time

    **Classic LifeCare** is a family-run homecare agency that has been providing the finest home healthcare experience for the past 45 years. We are accredited by Accreditation Canada. We are looking for a **casual healthcare worker** to assist our clients in **Tsawwassen Area**. The days are flexible. The goal is to help our clients maintain a good quality...

  • Tenant Outreach Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    **EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY **TENANT OUTREACH WORKER** **(Full Time Regular) **- Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a self-governing First Nation that delivers a wide range of _ - community services, including all of those typically delivered by municipalities. The Lands _ - Department is responsible for the delivery of all planning, development, and engineering...

  • Tenant Outreach Worker

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    **EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYTENANT OUTREACH WORKER**(Full Time Regular)**- Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a self-governing First Nation that delivers a wide range of _- community services, including all of those typically delivered by municipalities. The Lands _ Department is responsible for the delivery of all planning, development, and engineering related _-...

  • Facilities Maintenance Worker

    4 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    -The Tsawwassen First Nation Lands Department is seeking to add an enthusiastic, hardworking Facilities Maintenance Worker. The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be under the supervision of the Projects and Facilities Supervisor and will report directly to the Facilities Foreperson. The Facilities Worker will be responsible for performing routine building...

  • Ece Infant and Toddler Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    Tsawwassen First Nation has a wonderful and challenging opportunity, in our Early Childhood Education (ECE) Centre, for a full-time regular Infant and Toddler ECE worker. Under the direct supervision of the ECE Coordinator, the Infant and Toddler ECE worker will: provide quality, nurturing care to infants and toddlers enrolled in the program; communicate...

  • Facilities Maintenance Worker

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    The Tsawwassen First Nation Lands Department is seeking to add an enthusiastic, hardworking Facilities Maintenance Worker. The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be under the supervision of the Projects and Facilities Supervisor and will report directly to the Facilities Foreperson. The Facilities Worker will be responsible for performing routine building...

  • Public Works Landscape

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    **Tsawwassen First Nation**: **Public Works Landscape / Parks Worker**: **(Regular Full Time)** Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is seeking a qualified Public Works Landscape / Parks Worker to join our Public Works and Engineering team on a regular full time. The Public Works Landscape/Parks Worker will assist the Public Works Foreman with the maintenance and...

  • Public Works Landscape/parks Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is seeking a qualified Public Works Landscape / Parks Worker to join our Public Works and Engineering team on a regular full time. The Public Works Landscape/Parks Worker will assist the Public Works Foreman with the maintenance and upkeep of Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) community buildings, landscaping and parks maintenance...

  • Casual Residential Care Worker

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Delta Community Living Society Full time

    Being a Delta Community Living team member means becoming part of something bigger. It means partnering with people with developmental disabilities to help them reach their full potential by living and belonging in community. It's a unique opportunity to do valuable work while being your personal best.Join our team as a casual Community Support Worker...

  • Part-time Sales Associate/stock Support

    3 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Polo Ralph Lauren Full time

    Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and...

  • Part-time Support Associate/brand Ambassador

    3 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Polo Ralph Lauren Full time

    Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and...

  • Public Works Landscape/parks Worker

    2 days ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Tsawwassen First Nation Full time

    Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is seeking a qualified Public Works Landscape / Parks Worker to join our Public Works and Engineering team on a regular full time. The Public Works Landscape/Parks Worker will assist the Public Works Foreman with the maintenance and upkeep of Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) community buildings, landscaping and parks maintenance...

  • Terminal Support Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Global Terminal Full time

    GCT is the largest terminal operator and maritime employer in the country. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway. We offer...

  • Terminal Support Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Tsawwassen, Canada Global Terminal Full time

    GCT is the largest terminal operator and maritime employer in the country. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway. We offer...