Addiction and Recovery Care Specialist

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 environment.

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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr