Addictions Case Worker

**This is a full-time on-site position.**

Reporting to the Manager, DARE Program, the Addictions Case Worker enhances the dignity and quality of life of our clients through his/her assumed responsibility to assess, admit and provide a continuum of support services to clients in their transition to treatment as well as from treatment to independent living.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsible for the assessment, admission and orientation of clients applying for admission to the DARE Pre and Post Treatment Program including the explanation of program guidelines and expectations; conduct assessments and develop individualized service plans for pre-treatment clients, and develop housing, aftercare and relapse prevention focused plans for post treatment clients; facilitate group sessions and to empower clients to cooperate, work in groups and support each other with their individual goals; monitor clients' progress through regular follow-up, updates, crisis intervention and development of personalized relapse prevention plans; support clients in finding and maintaining housing by contributing to the enhancement of skill building activities for daily living; assist clients to consider options for leisure and social time, empowering them in building supportive networks to enhance independent living; provide supportive counselling and skills development in order to assist clients in preparing for interviews with landlords and employers; liaise or advocate with internal and external support systems to provide complementary services to clients; perform any other job related tasks that may from time to time be assigned by the Manager, DARE Program, or the Assistant Executive Director, or designate.

Skill, Nature and Scope:

• Demonstrated commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of GSM is a requirement.
• Bachelor of Social Work or a degree in a related field such as Community Work, Psychology, Social Services etc. and/or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor through the Addiction Intervention Association.
• At least three (3) years' minimum experience in counselling and Aftercare work preferably in the field of addiction.
• A minimum of three years employment experience in individual and group therapy for individual in Aftercare.
• Extensive knowledge of employment and housing resources in the community.
• An awareness of the addiction-related community, public health and educational resources.
• Counselling experience and or knowledge of the following treatment modalities: Cognitive therapy, psychotherapy, harm reduction and the 12 steps.
• A well-developed knowledge of addiction, concurrent disorders and supporting recovery.
• A thorough understanding of homelessness, poverty, health, mental health and related issues is required.
• Solid experiences working with homeless individuals in conducting assessments, case management, crisis intervention, case coordination.
• Excellent group facilitation skills, preferably experience applying cognitive behavioural approach
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work overload is essential.
• Excellent written communication skills to produce memoranda, correspondence and progress reports.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain teamwork with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills to a high standard of professionalism

Thank you for those who applied, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.88 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Experience:

• counselling and Aftercare: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person