CSJ, Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal Management

Salary :

$36,608 monthly

Company : Cmha Thames Valley Addiction And Mental Health Services

Job Type : Internship

St Thomas, On

Job Description - CSJ, Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal Management

Canada Summer Jobs, Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Withdrawal Management
Canada Summer Jobs Position - (OPSEU)
St. Thomas, Ontario (Elgin Zone)
Full-Time, Contract (8 weeks, to end by Aug 30, 2026)
This posting is the result of an existing vacancy
Application Deadline: May 8, 2026

Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is a federal program committed to help young people gain employment information, skills and experience. This program aims to support young people, particularly those from communities facing barriers to employment, as they transition into the labour market.

The CSJ Addiction and Mental Health worker in the Withdrawal Management Services program will actively support individuals who are experiencing withdrawal from substances in a community setting. They will work alongside staff providing client-centered care from a harm reduction approach, this front-line position will engage in community development, capacity building and program development with a wide variety of service providers

Consider making a difference in your community by joining our team!

WHAT WE'RE OFFERING:

What you'll be making - $17.60 per hour

When you'll work - This position is 70 hours biweekly for 8 weeks; schedule is rotating days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends between the hours of 7:30am to 9:30pm.

Your pension plan - Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:

Provide client-centered care from a harm reduction approach
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of service providers and organizations
Acquire and maintain a high level of current knowledge about substance use disorders and trends as well as treatment options
Facilitate successful service navigation for clients through empowerment and/or advocacy
Provide education, referrals and support for people using substances and related needs
Manage indirect services and administrative duties
Engage in community development, community awareness, education and outreach as designated and appropriate, representing the agency in a professional manner. On occasion, these services may be provided outside of regular office hours
Attend and actively participate in team meetings and case conferencing meetings
Maintain awareness of and adherence to policies and protocols
Support and participate in the quality enhancement activities of the team and agency
Actively participate in the supervisory process with immediate supervisor
Provide coverage for other team members as volunteered/directed
Be supportive of and an active participant in the constant evolution and growth of the agency

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY:

Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements
Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months. Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 5 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require the following qualifications:

Canada Summer Jobs requirements:
- Will be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
- Are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and am legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- (Note: International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.)
Post-secondary education completed or in progress within social services, mental health and/or addictions
Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly

We prefer the following qualifications:

First Aid/CPR
Knowledge of mental health and addiction
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Health and safety knowledge
Ability to recognize and guide potential conflict situations
Bilingual in both official languages, preferred; Une préférence sera accordée aux personnes possédant des compétences dans les deux langues officielles du Canada

Get your application in by – May 8, 2026:

Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team.

We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities. If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

Legal Notifications:

For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services
Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes

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