About the job
At House of Friendship, we are passionate about making a meaningful impact in our community. Each day, we rise with the commitment to serve and support those around us. We embrace continuous learning and personal growth, fueled by our unwavering belief that everyone deserves a sense of belonging and the opportunity to thrive. Our core values of Compassion, Inclusion, Justice, Dignity, and Hope guide our actions, and we enjoy every step of the journey!
This position is for the Cambridge Live-In Treatment program where the Addiction Treatment Worker will play a vital role in supporting program participants. You will collaborate with a dedicated staff team to facilitate various program-related activities, including leading group sessions.
** This is a permanent, part-time role offering paid personal days and vacation pay. **
Shifts are scheduled every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM. There is an option to take on additional shifts throughout the week in both Cambridge and Kitchener. A successful completion of a Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector) is required prior to employment. **
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the residence to ensure adherence to program guidelines.
Build and maintain supportive relationships with program participants while ensuring professional boundaries.
Lead psychoeducational and recreational group sessions.
Assist participants in accessing external services, including medical interventions as needed.
Evaluate complex situations and make sound decisions independently and collaboratively, including crisis intervention and safety planning.
Perform administrative and household responsibilities.
Uphold confidentiality in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
Maintain documentation and data entry as per agency and legislative standards.
Support medication management processes, including liaising with pharmacies and physicians, reviewing medication documents, and ensuring access to medications.
Organize and conduct random urine screening for drug testing.
Collaborate as part of a team, participating in meetings, training, and supervision sessions.
Engage in other program activities as required.
Assist in onboarding and training new team members.
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and training.
Job Specific Knowledge/Skills:
Awareness and understanding of issues affecting all genders and marginalized communities.
Proficient in interpersonal communication and crisis management.
Experience in group facilitation and program support.
Understanding of addiction treatment methodologies and community resources.

