Role:
Develop and conduct outreach work
Assist in running Relapse Prevention Groups
Provide one-to-one support and para-counselling
Participate in education and training, such as experiential therapy, family education and evidence-based therapy training
Assist with Detox Management
Oversee urine-testing for clients
Advocate & promote recovery from addictions
Assist the team with assessment of clients’ recovery
Collaborate with team members for referral management, connecting with clients and families with the services they need at Promises
Involvement in youth work to provide emotional support, encouraging education, training, and employment
Support and encourage clients to attend self-help groups regularly
Conduct risk assessments of clients
Conduct hospital visits when necessary
Requirements:
Willing to work flexible hours and days, including weekends and after-office hours
Has a passion to support individuals who are considering or in recovery from addiction to live fulfilling lives in the community.
Preferably with some experience in working with people struggling with addictions.
Volunteer experience and certified training in addictions work are a plus.
Personal lived experience of recovery is helpful for advocacy
Diploma level education
Preferably a trained addiction coach or willing to be trained.
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