NNADAP WORKER

Michipicoten First Nation

Posted 10 days ago

107 Hiawatha Drive, Michipicoten, ONMichipicoten, OntarioP0S1K0

Michipicoten First Nation (MFN) is a vibrant Anishinaabe community located on the white sands (Northeast shores) of Lake Superior near Wawa Ontario. The registered population is approximately 1,400 with 70 citizens living on reserve. With a strong sense of community and cultural identity, Michipicoten First Nation strives to maintain harmony and balance with Mother Earth, neighbouring First Nations, and surrounding communities.

 

Michipicoten First Nation is seeking a fulltime, permanent Native National Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP) worker.  Reporting to the Manager, Health & Social Services the primary responsibility of the NNADAP worker is to reduce alcohol, drug, and solvent abuse challenges through education, prevention, intervention, and aftercare activities for Michipicoten members.   A significant part of this role will be community outreach, development of programs and education.

Full Time

Social and community service workers

1

$32.41-$36.11

37.5

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

5/2/2025

n/a

Assessment Duties

·        Conduct assessments to understand addiction-related needs and challenges for clients.

·        Evaluate the severity of substance abuse issues and determine appropriate interventions.

Counseling Programs

·        Provide counseling services to individuals struggling with alcohol, drug, or solvent abuse.

·        Offer guidance, support, and coping strategies to help clients overcome addiction.

Referrals for Treatment and Follow-Up

·        Refer clients to appropriate treatment programs, detox centers, or rehabilitation facilities.

·        Ensure follow-up care and monitor progress during recovery.

After Care and Rehabilitation

·        Assist clients in transitioning from treatment to post-rehabilitation life.

·        Support ongoing recovery efforts and prevent relapse.

Consultation and Liaison

·        Collaborate with other Health and Social Services agencies.

·        Engage with the Community to raise awareness and coordinate addiction-related services.

Cultural and Community Education

·        Educate the Community about the nature of addictions.

·        Promote cultural awareness and understanding related to substance abuse.

Program Development and Evaluation

·        Participate in designing and implementing Community-based addiction programs.

·        Evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary improvements.

Education & Training

·        Degree in the Human Service field with addictions training preferred

·        Certification as an Addictions Counsellor from a recognized Canadian Certification board (ICBOC, CACCF, etc.) with an emphasis on cultural competency required

·        Training in Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) preferred

 Experience

·        5 years experience working in addiction services

·        2 years working with First Nation communities

 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·        Familiar with Admission & Discharge Tools (ADAT) for treatment centres in Ontario

·        Familiar with First Nations communities or other Aboriginal communities.

·        Thorough knowledge of the self-awareness model.

·        Knowledge of data information systems/charting for accurate record keeping.

·        Knowledge of the Honouring Our Strengths: Indigenous Culture as Intervention in Addictions Treatment (Thunderbird Foundation)

·        Knowledge of the Native Wellness Assessment and the Indigenous Wellness Framework (Thunderbird Foundation)

·        Knowledge of local and regional detox and treatment centres.

·        Knowledge of various assessment tools which support clinical diagnosis, placement, and treatment planning.

·        Knowledge of resources and agencies which provide recovery focused programs and services.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·        Proficiency in computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

·        Ability to maintain confidentiality and work well with others.

·        Bicultural competency and willingness to support traditional healing practices.

·        Ability to plan, develop and implement workshops, activities and events that focus on education/prevention of substance use.

·        Ability to do one-on-one and group counselling.

·        Able to travel and work flexible hours to meet the needs of clients

 Other

·        Must maintain membership in good standing with a certified association

·        Must possess a valid driver’s license and own vehicle

·        Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract required (if position offered)

·        Satisfactory Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Scan (if position offered)

TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume as one document to hr@michipicoten.com with the position title in the subject line by May 2, 2025.