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“Screening Process In Place”

“Child Abuse Registry & Police Check is ‘Mandatory’”

Salary: Based on NADACA Wage Scale and Qualifications

Under the general direction of the Manager of Community Addiction Services will be responsible for the following duties: initial client contract, documentation and referral; maintaining ongoing contact with client through the treatment and rehabilitation process; will perform regular follow-up on client after treatment; will function as a member of the community health team, responding as necessary in drug emergencies; will participate on relevant community committees and will represent the Association through speaking engagements, seminars, and workshops; will establish working relationships with area resource agencies; will coordinate youth programs; will participate in all offered training and educational improvement courses; will maintain client files and assist as required in the analysis and review of statistical data; will, in conjunction with other community groups and agencies, provide special assistance to recovering alcoholics in their efforts to re-adjust to a substance-free life style.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Preference will be given to those with a university, diploma or equivalent with related work experience. Minimum grade 12 or GED equivalent.
2. Certification as an addiction counsellor is an asset, but not necessary.
3. Must have a strong ambition to work in the addictions field.
4. Will receive training with on-going workshops.
5. Must have at least six (6) months experience, in either paid or volunteering setting, with groups or organizations, and/or concerned with First Nations social and cultural issues.
6. Must have strong oral and written communications and computer skills. Will be required to present community workshops and power point presentations.
7. Must show evidence of a healthy life style, actively maintaining and practicing abstinence of drugs and alcohol.
8. Will be required to participate in ongoing training programs and acquire certification with the Canadian Addictions Counselling Federation.
9. Applicant must be free to travel and must have access to reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license.
10. Must have a cover letter and 2 references.

(The selection committee may exercise discretionary judgement in waiving academic requirements in lieu of combined experience and training relating to the position.)

In accordance with the Human Rights Exemption, preference will be given to registered status Indians as defined in the Indian Act.  Screening of applicants in effect which includes Police back ground checks.

Deadline:  UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED ~ Please provide cover letter

Mail/Fax or email to:

Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselling Association

Attn: Ramona Gould, Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

70 Gabriel Street, Eskasoni, Cape Breton, NS   B1W 1H6

PHONE# (902) 379-2262-2267

FAX#: (902) 379-2412

Email: 

*****Only those who meet the qualifications will be notified*****

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“Screening Process In Place”

Salary: Based on NADACA wage Scale & Qualifications

Duties:

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director/Counsellor of Eagles Nest Recovery House; The Program Counselling Assistant, working two twelve (12) hour shifts on weekends, will be responsible for building security; will be required to summon outside emergency service as required; will be responsible for the performance of routine building maintenance; will be expected to partake in designated training courses; will be required to enforce the Centre’s expectations and will, as required provide internal counselling services and/or circle checks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum grade 12..or a combination of education and training
2. Must be a certified addictions counsellor or be certifiable with CACCF or CCPC.
3. Maintain a strong Mi’kmaq Cultural and/or language skill and have substantial experience working in a First Nations community environment.
4. Must maintain accurate records.
5. Apply a solid knowledge and understanding of the psycho-social impacts of current alcohol and drugs commonly available and used, including prescription and non-prescription; and maintain a solid knowledge and understanding of current substance use and abuse trends.
6. Must have excellent verbal, written communication skills, and effective listening skills.
7. Must have ability to work as a team in a residential treatment setting environment.
8. Must have substantial understanding of addiction and recovery including emerging trends.
9. Must be able to effectively handle emergency crisis situations.
10. Must have an access to reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license.
11. Must have 2 professional references.
12. Must show evidence of a Healthy Life Style; and be actively maintaining, practicing abstinence of drugs and alcohol.

In accordance with the Human Rights Exemption, preference will be given to registered status Indians as defined in the Indian Act.  Screening of applicants in effect which includes Police back ground checks.

There will be other duties that you may have to do…. If you have any questions, please email Ramona Gould at or call at (902) 379-2267

Resumes & Applications of employment will be accepted until closing time (4:00 pm)

*ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED*

DEADLINE: Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 12 noon
Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselling Assn. of NS

Please Submit Applications along with Resume and two letters of reference to:

Attn: Ramona Gould – Administrative Assistant/Office Manager

Eskasoni, Cape Breton, NS   B1W 1H6

Email:     Fax# (902) 379-2412

*Please state which job position you are applying for*

“Child Abuse Registry & Police Check is ‘MANDATORY’ with Vulnerable Sector’”