Chemical Dependency Worker, Rpt

(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 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 a psycho-social assessment, individual work and group work preferred
• Knowledge of pharmacology relevant to addictions medicine 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 addictions care within addiction services
• Providing counselling, support, and referrals to clients presenting at the RAAM clinic
• Liasing with community agencies for purposes of referral and wrap around supports
• Crisis intervention and support for clients
• Screening, assessment, monitoring, provision of physical care, providing education and treatment options to the clients
• Completing GAINS assessments
• Formulation and documentation of a comprehensive care 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
• Assists with coverage on the withdrawal management unit as needed

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._