Chemical Dependency Worker, Cpt

7 days ago

ChathamKent, Canada Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Full time

**(Knowledge, Skill, Experience)**
- A Diploma from an accredited College in a Health or Social Service Program, with an addiction concentration or complimented by other recognized/relevant Addiction Studies required
- Valid certification in CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention preferred or required within three months of start

**ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES (Personal Skills and Attributes)**
- Basic proficiency in the use of computers required
- Proven experience working in the field of addictions and/or withdrawal management required
- Health and physical ability to assist/manage intoxicated clients required
- Demonstrated ability to develop empathetic, professional relationships with chemically dependent/addicted individual required
- Demonstrated understanding and practice of the principles of Universal Precautions, harm reduction and crisis management required
- Client assessment skills for monitoring withdrawal management symptoms and client's stage of readiness for change required
- Proven ability to do withdrawal management assessments, individual work and group work preferred
- Knowledge of pharmacology relevant to withdrawal management preferred
- Knowledge of Agencies and Facilities available for treatment of addictions preferred
- Demonstrated capacity for work in a stressful environment with rapidly changing demands preferred
- Demonstrated ability to support and embrace the philosophy of Service Excellence and Patient and Family Centred Care.
- Demonstrated participation in building a culture of safety and partnering others to improve the safety of patient care processes and systems-Demonstrated performance reflecting the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance

**ACCOUNTABILITIES (Major Responsibilities of the Position)**
- Provision of withdrawal management care to clients in the Integrated Withdrawal Management Program (IWMP)
- Crisis intervention and support for clients
- Screening, assessment, monitoring, provision of physical care, providing education and treatment options to the clients
- Formulation and documentation of a comprehensive care plan and discharge plan in collaboration with the client
- Facilitates individual and group counseling sessions, crisis intervention and aftercare support services
- Outreach and administrative duties
- Participates in unit/department and Hospital Quality Improvement initiatives
- Completes continuing education requirements

**As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.**
- CKHA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Should you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources._

  • Chemical Dependency Worker, Cpt

    2 weeks ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Full time

    **(Knowledge, Skill, Experience)** - A Diploma from an accredited College in a Health or Social Service Program, with an addiction concentration or complimented by other recognized/relevant Addiction Studies required - Valid certification in CPR, First Aid, and Crisis Intervention preferred or required within three months of start **ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES...

  • Supervised Access Worker

    1 day ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Linck Child, Youth & Family Supports Full time

    Linck Child, Youth and Family Supports (“Linck”) requires Supervised Access Worker(s). These are full-time contract positions beginning as soon as possible and lasting one (1) year. This position will require working days, evenings and weekends. The regular shifts would include 11:00am-7:00pm on Monday-Thursday and 8:30am-4:30pm on Fridays, however,...

  • Part Time Students

    4 days ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Maple Industries Inc. Full time

    Job description **Key Qualifications/Requirements** Ability to follow oral instructions. Prior experience in a production environment and use of hand tools. Worker reaches full productivity after short on the job training period. Must be able to work rapidly and still remain calm. Ability to stand, bend, lift for extended periods. **Must be 18 years of age...

  • Home Support Worker

    6 days ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    **Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives?** **Have you ever wanted to be a key part in someone’s health care journey?** **A career in healthcare may be in store for you!** Bayshore is looking for enthusiastic and caring people to join our amazing team as we continue our 50+ year tradition of providing high-quality care...

  • Home Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives? Have you ever wanted to be a key part in someone’s health care journey? A career in healthcare may be in store for you! Bayshore is looking for enthusiastic and caring people to join our amazing team as we continue our 50+ year tradition of providing high-quality care to our...

  • Personal Support Worker/ Health Care Aide

    7 days ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada St. Andrews Residence Full time

    **Health Care Aide/ PSW - Permanent part-time (28 hours bi-weekly).** Hours of work - Week 1 -Tuesday, Wednesday 4:30pm-8pm, Friday 6:00am-10:30am, Saturday 12pm-8pm. Week 2 -Sunday 12pm-8pm, Wednesday, Thursday Friday 4:30pm-8pm. St. Andrew's Residence, Chatham cares for seniors through the operation of a 70-bed retirement facility. We are an independent...

  • Personal Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    **Make “being the difference” your Career. **.** Bayshore is looking for passionate and caring **Personal Support Workers** to join our amazing team in the **Chatham-Kent area to but not limited to, Paincourt, Dividing Line.** You will be creating special moments for clients each and every day. If your calling is to be the “difference” by providing...

  • Personal Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

    **Make “being the difference” your Career. **.** Bayshore is looking for passionate and caring **Personal Support Workers** to join our **_amazing team in the Blenheim and Ridgetown areas. _**You will be creating special moments for clients each and every day. If your calling is to be the “difference” by providing outstanding care, then a Health...

  • Personal Support Worker

    4 days ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Copper Terrace LTC Facility Full time

    The Personal Support Worker is accountable to the Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse to assist residents in adequately performing activities of daily living and to perform specific intervention from individual resident care plans, while at the same time working closely with the Inter-disciplinary Health Care Team. **Background/...

  • Personal Support Worker

    1 day ago

    Chatham-Kent, Canada Copper Terrace LTC Facility Full time

    The Personal Support Worker is accountable to the Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse to assist residents in adequately performing activities of daily living and to perform specific intervention from individual resident care plans, while at the same time working closely with the Inter-disciplinary Health Care Team. **Background/...