Overview
Who We Are
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.
Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.
About this Opportunity
Reporting to the Wellness Manager this position provides wellness support to individuals and families
impacted by addictions. This includes support for individuals and families dealing with addictions,
outreach services, referrals to treatment and/or aftercare for clients requesting this opportunity. The
Addictions Worker will also provide education to individuals and groups in the community as well as make
referrals to the Addiction Counsellor. The Addictions Worker will be familiar with other services and
resources in the community and work closely to provide information and support when required. Under
the direction of the Wellness Manager, the Addictions Worker will work collaboratively as part of the
Wellness team in delivering services tailored to meet client needs. The Addictions Worker will strive to
offer traditional healing practices alongside mainstream approaches – assisting community members with
issues including those that affect their mental health. The Addictions Worker will provide services which
may include home visits, a harm reduction approach and facilitating the inclusion of other services to
meet client and family needs for all members of WFN.
Want to know more? You will…
• Provide individual, family and group addictions support services, incorporating a harm reduction and/or abstinence-based approach
• Facilitate a weekly Wellbriety group in the evening
• Support the facilitation of workshops in collaboration with other programs delivered through Community Services, or within the community of topics related to Addictions awareness and prevention
• Participate in the development and delivery of community-based events geared towards health promotion such as Wellness Fair and National Addictions Awareness Week
• Provide client assessments, develops case plans and goals, and maintains confidential client files using appropriate record keeping
• Develop addictions intervention strategies in consultation with Addictions Counsel
Must Haves:
• Certificate or Diploma in a related field, such as Addictions, Social Work, or Psychology required
• Specific training in the field of addictions including formal certification required
• Registration with an appropriate Professional Association required
• 3-5 years’ experience in the development and delivery of substance abuse/dependence programming
• Acceptable Criminal Record Check with the Vulnerable Sector
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with Class 4 preferred
Perks of Working at WFN:
• Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
• Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
• Municipal Pension Plan membership
• Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development
Minimum salary for this position is $58,000
Application Details:
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.
All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.
This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, December 10th, 2023
