Community Mental Health & Addictions Worker

Why should YOU choose Dilico?

• Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

Positions Available: 1 Full Time Position

Position Location: Armstrong, ON (this position is not remote)

Closing Date: Posted Until Filled

Competition #: 1524

Position Overview :

Under the direction of the District Mental Health and Addictions Service Manager, the Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker will provide clinical assessments, planning, treatment and counselling to children and their families, and consultations regarding community behavioural assessments and intervention. The primary responsibility is the provision of mental health and addictions counselling services with a wholistic approach for children and their families that is consistent with the vision, mission and core values established by Dilico Anishinabek Family Care. The Community Mental Health and Addictions Worker is responsible for the coordination of integrated services delivery from the point of referral to discharge for all assigned children, youth and their families receiving agency service.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• coordinating and providing counselling, consultation, clinical assessments, therapy and follow-up for all clients in accordance with the agency’s mandate, policies and procedures in a wholistic approach for the entire family and/or caregivers.
• Participating constructively in evaluating Dilico Anishinabek Family Care Services and system effectiveness and recommending necessary changes to the District Mental Health Service Manager as may be required.
• Reflecting and interpreting the Agency Vision, Mission and Core Values in his/her own work with enthusiasm and commitment.
• Making recommendations to the child and family regarding alternative services and other community services and assisting them in linking with these resources.
• Completing and maintaining certification in the Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale (CAFAS) and Brief Child and Family Phone Interview (BCFPI) and other relevant Ministry of Children and Youth Services initiatives.
• A minimum two-year Social Work Diploma or Diploma in a related field and/or five years’ experience working in a Social Service field in a First Nation Community.
• Sound knowledge of the Anishinabek culture and the principle issues affecting the mental health of Anishinabek children, families and communities in the City and the District of Thunder Bay.
• Ability to work within the policies, standards, procedures and the vision, mission and core values of Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.
• Good knowledge of the Anishinabek culture and issues affecting Anishinabek children, families and communities in and around the district of Thunder Bay.
• satisfactory Criminal Records Search;
• A valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate is required;
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Service Manager in relation to service requirements;
• Must possess a Class “G” Driver’s Licence and must have access to a personal vehicle;
• Medical and up-to-date immunization recommended but not mandatory.

Hours of Work: 32.5 hours per week

Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers

As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.

Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care

200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6

TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511