At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients through withdrawal management and facilitate educational groups.
- Company: St. Joseph's Health Centre, a leader in addiction services.
- Benefits: Comprehensive training, supportive team environment, and flexible shifts.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to client-centered care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in withdrawal management and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 $ per year.
Support withdrawal management clients at St. Joseph's Health Centre in Toronto using addiction services knowledge, monitoring skills, and client-centered care.
Reporting to the Manager of Withdrawal Management Services, the Addiction Service Worker admits clients experiencing alcohol or drug use problems.
You will monitor withdrawal symptoms, provide encouragement, support clients, facilitate psycho-educational groups, maintain order, and keep appropriate records.
Key Responsibilities
- Admit persons experiencing alcohol or drug use problems
- Monitor clients' withdrawal symptoms throughout service delivery
- Provide encouragement and support to clients
- Facilitate psycho-educational groups
- Maintain orderly residential services and appropriate client records
Requirements
- Withdrawal Management Services experience
- International Certified Addiction and Drug Counsellor designation or equivalent
- Core Knowledge for WMS Workers course or completion within one year
- Emergency First Aid Certification and addictions continuum knowledge
- English communication skills and availability for all shifts
Apply addiction counselling, withdrawal monitoring, and client-centered communication skills as an Addiction Service Worker in Toronto.
Withdrawal Management Addiction Service Worker in Toronto employer: Unity Health Toronto
Unity Health Toronto is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritizes research excellence and patient care. With a commitment to employee growth and development, staff have access to world-class training and resources, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Located in one of Canada's largest healthcare networks, employees benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts the community and the healthcare system at large.
