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NNADAP Program Worker
Wage/Salary
To be determined on qualifications
Employment Terms: Full Time
Education: University Diploma
Job Description
The NNADAP Program Worker reports to the Director of Health and will work as part of the Carry the Kettle First Nation Health to provide client services (individual, group, advocacy and case management) as well as prevention programming at the community level related to addictions, with a primary focus on drug abuse. Approximately one third of the work will involve
The NNADAP Program Worker reports to the Director of Health and will work as part of the Carry the Kettle First Nation Health to provide client services (individual, group, advocacy and case management) as well as prevention programming at the community level related to addictions, with a primary focus on drug abuse. Approximately one third of the work will involve direct contact with clients involving assessment, peer counseling, referrals, case management, and aftercare. Other programming includes facilitation of support groups, and working with children, youth and adults in addictions prevention activities. Candidates with a diploma or degree program in Addiction Counseling with 3 to 5 years experience with related experience or a Bachelor of Social Work degree and 1 3 years of experience related to drug and alcohol prevention related experience. Equivalencies will be considered. Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (I.C.A.D.C.) from the Addiction Intervention Association, the Canadian Certifying Body for Addiction Counselors, is preferred. Previous experience in a health-related field will be an asset. Preferred skill areas are Non-violent Communication/ Conflict Resolution/Coaching. Experience in addictions counseling within First Nations communities.
How to Apply: If interested, submit resume; cover letter;
copies of certification; recent Criminal Record
Check with Vulnerable Check; three reference
letters; copy of valid drivers license. Only those
selected for an interview will be contacted.