Use addiction counselling expertise to support clients at St. Joseph’s HealthCentre in Toronto. This part time temporary role requires availability across all shifts.
As an Addiction Service Worker, you will report to the Manager of Withdrawal Management Services. You will admit clients experiencing alcohol or drug use problems and monitor their withdrawal symptoms. The position combines client support, psycho-educational group facilitation, residential service organization, and accurate record maintenance. Effective communication and client-centered care are central to the work.
Key Responsibilities: Monitor withdrawal symptoms and manage clients in service
Provide encouragement and support during client care
Facilitate psycho-educational groups
Help keep the residential service orderly
Maintain appropriate records for each client
Requirements: International Certified Addiction & Drug Counsellor designation
Diploma in Human Services, major in Addictions, or equivalent
Experience in Withdrawal Management Services
Core Knowledge for WMS Workers course or equivalent
Emergency First Aid and strong English communication skills
Bring addiction counselling preparation, group facilitation, and client-centered communication to withdrawal services at St. Joseph’s HealthCentre.