JOB DESCRIPTION
Applicants must be women or self‑identify as women, in accordance with bona fide occupational requirement provisions. Position: Casual Summary: Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator works with clients to develop and implement recovery plans taking a holistic approach to women’s support recovery and stabilization. Plans and implements individual and group recovery, recreational and skill building activities which assist women in meeting their goals and improving their quality of life. DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Maintains current knowledge of and conducts self-according to Comox Valley Transition Society Vision, Mission and Values, policies, procedures, standards of practice and philosophy of service.
- Maintains privacy and confidentiality of information gained as a result of employment with CVTS.
- Works with client to interpret needs, behavior, to define problems, develops, implements and evaluates recovery plans and goals.
- Monitors clients progress and provides follow-up plans and/or recommendations
- Makes recommendations to the supervisor regarding program development, policy and procedure formulation and program evaluation.
- Ensures that the necessary equipment is in place and that program guidelines and polices are adhered to.
- Plans and facilitates structured group and individual recovery programing which enhances clients Psychological, Social, Physical, Cultural and Spiritual well-being according the individual client recovery goals.
- Teaches and assists clients in developing life skills such as: communal living; problem solving; communication; relapse prevention; coping skills; boundary setting; healthy nutrition; stress management; harm reductions; parenting; healthy relationships;
- Introduces clients to and facilitates the participation in positive recreational and social activities.
- Contributes to intake summary reports, progress summary reports, after care plan, discharge statement.




- Participates in the intake and orientation process, ensuring clients feel protected, welcome and supported.
- Monitors and works to maintain the physical and emotional safety and comfort of residents; helps to ensure Rights and Responsibilities are met; facilitates house meetings and conflict resolution between clients;
- Participates in transition and after care planning for clients returning to community and provides follow-up support.
- Seeks feedback from clients on an ongoing basis and responds appropriately to address issues or needs.
- Provides information and makes appropriate referrals to ancillary services provided by CVTS or in the community and acts as an advocate for the client when appropriate.
- Accompanies and/or transports clients to outside services or activities.
- Maintains client records and provides statistics and produces reports as required.
- Participates in professional development and training opportunities, attends agency and team meetings regularly.
- Performs other related duties as required Education and Experience
- Diploma in a related human /social service related field
- Certificate in addictions
- One year related experience providing support and counselling in the substance use recovery field.
- Or equivalent combination of training and experience in the substance use recovery field. Attitude, Knowledge and Skills
- Supportive, hopeful, compassionate
- Culturally informed, responsive and appropriate, demonstrates unconditional acceptance and positive regard
- Ability to establish clear boundaries and maintain and understand the limits of confidentiality
- Understanding of the diverse context and experience of women’s lives. Other

Requirements:

- Valid Level I First Aid Certificate including CPR
- Food Safe
- Valid BC driver's license and use of personal vehicle
- Relevant Criminal Record Clearance.

Job Type
Casual Pay: From $33.49 per hour Work

Location:
In person

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