NADAP Worker; Health Services

NADAP Worker (Health Services) – Full Time Opportunity

NADAP Worker will work in a multidisciplinary environment using internal and external services to meet the needs of community members seeking support. The NADAP Worker will help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of their physical, intellectual, social and emotional well‑being. The NADAP Worker will coordinate referral criteria for members requesting assistance with education, prevention, treatment and after‑care plan.

Location:

Rainbow House Wellness Centre

Immediate supervisor:
Mental Health Team Manager

• Diploma/Certificate in Counselling/Therapy skills
• Experience facilitating workshops/group sessions and one‑on‑one client health education
• Facilitate and maintain strong prevention and awareness sessions/workshops/groups and/or individual teachings with a holistic approach to each
• Maintain a professional code of ethics when providing direct services to members who are seeking internal and external services
• Maintain a structured prevention & awareness program with up‑to‑date information on addiction related health issues
• Effective critical incident response skills
• Good physical, mental and emotional health
• Multidisciplinary team approach
• Proficient in office skills and computerized systems
• Basic work plan & budgeting knowledge
• Own a vehicle and possess a valid Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License
• Must be willing to travel when required
• Must be willing to comply with a Criminal Record Check, Adult Abuse Registry and Child Abuse Registry
• Must be willing to abide by the FRCN Illegal Drug By‑law

• Provide a range of addictions support services in the areas of prevention and health promotion for the clientele of Fisher River Cree Nation
• Abuse Prevention
• Arrange and facilitate weekly AA Meetings
• "Flex‑time" (exchange of daytime hours for evening hours, may include on‑call duties) for programming
• Consultation/Assessment

• Maintain and provide monthly activity reports to Supervisor
• Work towards establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with the Fisher River Cree Nation Chief & Council and internal/external resources/entities
• Maintain an electronic file for data keeping
• Participating in meetings and workshop facilitation
• Distributing and interpreting appropriate information
• Being aware of other programs – philosophies, objectives and resources
• Maintain and follow through with annual work plan and budget
• Participate in monthly meetings/updates/reporting
• Maintain a resource and supply list on annual basis
• Other duties as required within the team environment of Fisher River Health Services

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