Addiction Service Worker Withdrawal Management Glendale
Job title:
Addiction Service Worker Withdrawal Management Glendale
Job
Site: CA:
ON:
Toronto:
St. Joseph's Health Centre
Work type:
Part-Time Temporary
Date posted:
October 20, 2026
Salary range:
DescriptionReporting to the Manager of Withdrawal Management Services, the incumbent admits persons experiencing problems from alcohol and/or drug use to the service; monitors clients withdrawal symptoms, manages clients in the service while providing encouragement, support, facilitates psycho-educational groups, helps keep the residential service in an orderly fashion and maintains appropriate records on each client. Must be available to work all shifts.
Qualificationsinclude:
- An International Certified Addiction & Drug Counsellor designation OR Diploma in Human Services with major in Addictions OR equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
- Experience in Withdrawal Management Services required.
- Completion of Core Knowledge for WMS Workers course (or equivalent) required or completion within 1 year from date of hire.
- Emergency First Aid Certification required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the addictions services continuum.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required. The ability to speak a second language an asset.
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to provide effective client-centered care, and the ability to function as a team player.
- Strong commitment to upgrading and continuing education in addiction studies.
- Satisfactory attendance record
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