Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal Management
Direct Service - (OPSEU)
Part-Time, Contract (End Date: March 31, 2027) (Two positions)

This posting is the result of a current vacancy.
St. Thomas, Ontario (Elgin Zone)
- Application Deadline: October 20, 2026 -

The Addiction and Mental Health Worker in the Withdrawal Management Services program will actively support individuals who are experiencing withdrawal from substances in a community setting. Staff will work with existing community services to provide coordinated, cooperative, community-based health and social services from an interdisciplinary, integrated and holistic perspective for people using substances. Providing client-centred care from a harm reduction approach, this direct service position will engage in community development, capacity building and program development with a wide variety of service providers.

Consider revitalizing your career and making a difference in your community by joining our team

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

- What you'll be making -Starting rate for this role is $27.14 per hour (Level 1 – Direct Service), with a wage differential, based on regulation ($30.01 per hour for Level 1 – Direct Service, Regulated):
- Successful candidates who are registered with one of the designated professional colleges (e.g. OCSWSSW, CNO, COTO, CRPO, CPSO, or CPO) will receive the wage differential for regulation
- Successful external applicants will start at Level 1, with grid progression based on seniority up to Level 8 ($34.41 per hour for non-regulated, and $37.26 per hour for regulated); for internal applicants, grid level placement will occur as per the Collective Agreement




- Premiums of $2.00 per hour will be applied for eligible Evening/Night (8:00pm – 7:00am) and Weekend Shifts.
- When you'll work:
- 0.2FTE:14 hours biweekly;rotating days, afternoons, evenings and weekends; paid 30-minute break
- 04FTE: 28 hours biweekly; rotating days, afternoons, evenings and weekends; paid 30-minute break

- Your pension plan– Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- What your benefits will be –9% in lieu of benefits

HOW YOU WILLBE MAKINGA DIFFERENCE:

- Provide client-centred care from a harm reduction approach
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers and organizations
- Acquire and maintain a high level of current knowledge about substance use disorders and trends as well as treatment options
- Facilitate successful service navigation for clients through empowerment and/or advocacy
- Provide education, referrals and support for people using substances and related needs
- Manage indirect services and administrative duties
- Engage in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner. On occasion, these services may be provided outside of regular office hours
- Attend and actively participate in team meetings and case conferencing meetings




- Maintain awareness of and adherence to policies and protocols
- Support and participate in the quality enhancement activities of the team and agency
- Actively participate in the supervisory process with immediate supervisor
- Provide coverage for other team members as volunteered/directed
- Be supportive of and an active participant in the constant evolution and growth of the agency

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements
Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.
We require the following qualifications:

- Completed post-secondary education in a related field, preferably BSW or post-graduate diploma in addiction or equivalent (primary proof of credentials will be required during the hiring process i.e. original degree/diploma or official transcript)
- Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
- Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

We prefer the following qualifications:

- Bilingual in both official languages, preferred; Une préférence sera accordée aux personnes possédant des compétences dans les deux langues officielles du Canada

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: To be considered as an internal applicant, current staff members are reminded to apply using their @cmhatv.ca or @slwar.ca email address.

Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfi

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