Support client admissions, recovery, and discharge planning as a Prevention Support Worker with LWDH. Use counselling, crisis intervention, and harm reduction skills.
Reporting to the Manager of Morningstar Centre, this permanent position supports clients throughout their recovery journey. You will assist across stages of change, provide care transition services, and contribute to facility functioning through group work and cross-program collaboration. The role serves vulnerable populations within mental health and addictions settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend to client admission, care, and discharge needs
- Support clients through stages of change and recovery
- Provide care transition and discharge planning services
- Facilitate group work across programs and services
- Advocate for clients and provide resource referrals
Requirements:
- Diploma in addictions or social services preferred
- Current CPR, First Aid, WHMIS, and CPI certification
- Basic counselling, screening, observation, and recording skills
- Experience supporting vulnerable populations in mental health and addictions
- Class G licence with a clean driver's abstract
Bring recovery-focused support, crisis intervention, and harm reduction knowledge to client care at LWDH's Morningstar Centre.
Addictions Prevention Support Worker in Edmonton employer: Lake of the Woods District Hospital
Joining LWDH as a Dietitian means becoming part of a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including a robust pension plan, and access to wellness programs, you will find a fulfilling career in a community-focused environment that values diversity and equity. Located in a vibrant area, LWDH offers unique opportunities for personal and professional development while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
Contact Details:
Lake of the Woods District Hospital Recruitment Team
