Addictions & Community Services

Addictions & Community Services

Location:         Wagmatcook First Nation [WFN]

Department:   Health

Reports to:      Health Director

Position Type: Full-time, term

Job Overview:

The Addictions & Community Services employee will be required to provide support to Wagmatcook First Nation residents affected by mental illness, gambling and/or substance use dependency. They will advocate for the client, their treatment and recovery by providing culturally appropriate client supports and being a resource for family members. This role will require evening and weekend work, as such the Addictions & Community Services employee schedule may be flexible when evening and weekend work is necessary.  Ongoing training and professional development will be provided.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete initial client contact, documentation and referrals.
• Offer a range of interventions that are culturally appropriate and the least intrusive to the client and their families.
• Implement or maintain an evidence-based plan of care, adapting as required.
• Maintain ongoing contact with and/or monitoring of the client throughout the treatment and/or rehabilitation process.
• Engage clients and families throughout the treatment process.
• Encourage and support clients in achieving their treatment process goals.
• Perform regular follow-up on client after treatment is complete.
• Respond, as necessary, to drug emergencies.
• Participate on relevant committees.
• Represent Wagmatcook First Nation at seminars, workshops and meetings.
• Develop and maintain respectful partnerships with other addiction services employee, and other related organizations.
• Collaborate with the Prevention and Wellness Department as appropriate to offer outreach programs.
• Collect client information to provide feedback on program participation and what programs are most successful for reporting purposes.
• Remain current and informed on data and trends with respect to substances and programs made available to communities; provide updates to the Health Director.
• Identify potential program developments and funding resources to increase program offerings.
• Organize supports and activities that assist with healthy, and or substance-free lifestyles.
• Maintain accurate records of work activities.
• Maintain an inventory of physical activity assets, analyze for gaps, plan for enhancements.
• Maintain positive and courteous interactions with clients, parents, youth, children, colleagues, service providers, business and organizations.
• Submit reports upon program completion to the Health Director, including but not limited to budgetary items.
• Participate in professional development, training and safety programs.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality, through proper handling of information and secure filing of documents.
• Adhere to all Wagmatcook First Nation policies.
• Adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety policies.
• Report any incidents or near misses to the Health Director.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum grade 12 or equivalent required.
• University degree, diploma or equivalent level of work-related experience preferred.
• Certification as an addiction counsellor is an asset, but not necessary.
• Must be able to provide a Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Must have a valid provincial driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.
• Previous experience in a related field considered an asset.
• Previous experience in an addiction services setting an asset.
• Knowledge and experience with Mi’kmaq community life.
• Ability to speak Mi’kmaq, preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and in team-oriented settings.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work with children, youth, parents of children and youth, adults and Elders.

Work Conditions:

• Office environment, on-site.
• Travel required.
• Evening and weekend work as required.
• Indoors, environmentally controlled.

Health Director Support:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Addictions & Community Services employee may be assigned other duties within the scope of their role by the Health Director or designate.

 

Interested candidates that possess some, but not all the above-listed knowledge, skills and abilities are encouraged to apply.

Wagmatcook First Nation offers a competitive compensation package that includes health and dental benefits, competitive salary bands, pension, and paid time off.

Interested candidates can apply by submitting their cover letter and resume to jobs@wagmatcook.com. Please reference “Addictions and Community” in the subject line. Wagmatcook First Nation appreciates all applications received, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

This position will remain open until filled.

Under the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy, the Wagmatcook First Nation will give preference to the indigenous applicant when two or more candidates are deemed to be equal in terms of “best qualified”.