Provide essential support as an Addiction and Recovery Care Specialist with Island Health. This casual position emphasizes non-medical withdrawal management and client interaction in a supportive workplace. You will play a vital role in offering a variety of care services, including client assessments, group facilitation, and supportive counseling for those dealing with substance misuse.

This role requires a solid understanding of chemical dependency and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families. Your skills in crisis intervention and healthy lifestyle modeling are crucial in promoting well-being. Key Responsibilities:

- Supervise clients in detoxification and recovery settings
- Facilitate educational and supportive group meetings




- Conduct individual client assessments and admit/discharge effectively
- Monitor and report on client behavioral changes
- Coordinate communication with referring agents Requirements:
- Post-secondary education in addiction counseling
- Two years of relevant work experience
- Certification in First Aid and CPR
- Valid BC Driver's License when required
- Food Safe Certificate and NVCI training within three months Elevate your career by making a difference in the addiction recovery space with Island Health.

📌 Addiction and Recovery Care Specialist (Nanaimo)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Nanaimo