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Description

The Addiction Case Manager will be under the supervision of the Health Director, reports to the Health Committee and is accountable to the Kahkewistahaw First Nations Chief & Council.  The Addiction Worker is responsible for community-based addiction prevention, intervention and public education services.  This position is jointly focused on community-based programming and client referral services.

REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES: Possess the designated NNADAP certification from SIIT or a degree/certificate in the social sciences/humanities/dependency areas and/or a combination of relevant post secondary education and experience.
Possess extensive knowledge of addictions dynamics, rehabilitation options and sensitivity to the impact of various addictions on First Nations families and communities.
Personally committed to and exercise an addictions-free lifestyle with at least five (5) years sobriety.
Have a minimum of five (5) years practical experience working and/or living in First Nations communities with a thorough understanding of traditions, customs and protocol.
Possess the required written and oral reporting skills and able to clearly communicate the same, to clients, committee, co-workers and supervisor.
Possess the ability to follow direction and complete tasks with minimum supervision.
Demonstrate and maintain a public perception of empathy, trustworthiness, and be approachable to all segments of the community population.
Possess the skills to manage confidential information and ensure that the release of information is managed according to confidentiality principles.
Establish and maintain communications with other departments in order to promote health and wellness.