Peer Support Worker, Mental Health

Categories: Service
Location(s): Owen Sound
Types: Full TimeTemporary

POSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND

UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU – SERVICE

STATUS: FULL-TIME, TEMPORARY (APPROX. END DATE FEBRUARY 2027)

REASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENT

WAGE RATE: $29.184 – $30.367 Reporting to the Manager, Addiction Services, the Withdrawal Management Services Program Worker (WMS – Program Worker) is responsible for ensuring that residents receive quality care in a therapeutic environment. Key responsibilities include assessment (appropriateness for admission, and treatment needs), client history, developing treatment plans, documenting progress and activities of clients, supporting clients in accessing in house addiction programs and local resources, and contributing to the safe and efficient operation of the unit. Program Workers use a variety of principles, theory and practical applications to deliver addictions treatment services in support of the clients’ recovery process.

QUALIFICATIONS

Two year post-secondary diploma in a Health or Human Services Program, complimented by addiction studies
Recent experience in an addictions treatment or supportive treatment setting
Extensive working knowledge of addictions treatment systems, concurrent disorders, self-help programs and related community resources
Knowledge of the principles, theories and practical nature of substance abuse and the recovery process
Ability to interact and engage clients in a positive and compassionate manner
Ability to advocate and facilitate access to services and coordinate care to meet clients’ needs
Ability to physically assist intoxicated clients
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Strong self-management, initiative and accountability competencies
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays
Current certification in CPR and First Aid
Current Certification in Food Handlers Certificate
Computer skills including Word, Outlook, and Internet-based applications
Recent satisfactory attendance and performance records
Knowledge of and adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence)
Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes