Withdrawal Management Addiction Service Worker
Support withdrawal management clients using addiction services knowledge and client-centered care at Unity Health Toronto. Work all shifts while monitoring symptoms and providing encouragement.
Reporting to the Manager of Withdrawal Management Services, the Addiction Service Worker admits people experiencing alcohol or drug use problems. The role includes monitoring withdrawal symptoms, managing clients in the service, facilitating psycho-educational groups, and maintaining records. It also requires supporting an orderly residential service and working independently while collaborating with the team.
Key Responsibilities:- Admit persons experiencing alcohol or drug use problems
- Monitor clients' withdrawal symptoms within the service
- Provide encouragement, support, and client-centered care
- Facilitate psycho-educational groups for clients
- Maintain orderly surroundings and appropriate client records
- International Certified Addiction and Drug Counsellor designation
- Diploma in Human Services, major in Addictions, or equivalent
- Experience in Withdrawal Management Services
- Core Knowledge for WMS Workers course or completion within one year
- Emergency First Aid, communication, initiative, and interpersonal skills
Apply addiction services knowledge, withdrawal monitoring, and client-centered communication while supporting residential care across all shifts.
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