Company Biography
HGH is a bilingual community hospital which has more than 800 employees and 160 physicians, and serves the Prescott-Russell region in Ontario.
With a heritage of over 100 years of quality care delivery, HGH is known for its culture of compassion, spirit of innovation and excellence of care. HGH is now growing and becoming a full-service regional hospital to meet the changing need of the community.
HGH offers to its employees a dynamic clinical environment that promotes a diverse and interdisciplinary professional practice. Our hospital offers access to services among the best in the region, including 40 specialized clinics, in addition to the full range of general care and services. The opportunities for professional challenges and career advancement are diverse and encourage all to excel.
Position Overview
The addiction and mental health worker provide case management to clients dealing with addiction, substance use and gambling.
The worker provides support, treatment coordination and navigation support, life skills development, advocacy and other interventions in a harm-reduction framework. Services can vary in duration and intensity and can be provided in-office or in clients’ homes.
The worker will also lead psychoeducation sessions.
As part of their duties, the Mental Health and Addictions Worker may be required to work across different sites based on organizational needs.
PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION, Days and occasional evenings and week-ends.
Salary according to OPSEU Collective Agreement
Criminal Check
As a pre-condition of employment:
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All new HGH employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Police Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
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As of now, HGH will require all employees, physicians, learners, contractors and volunteers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
At HGH, we are committed to promoting an accessible work environment where all employees and candidates feel respected. We support the principles of adaptation in the workplace. If you need workplace accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or anytime thereafter, please notify a member of the Human Resources team. We will be pleased to assist you and accommodate your needs.
What we are looking for
- College diploma in related mental health and/or the addictions field.
- Certificate in Addiction.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience.
- Good knowledge of addictions and concurrent disorders.
- Good knowledge of various intervention frameworks specific to addiction treatment (ex.: recovery, harm reduction and abstinence).
- Good knowledge in various approaches specific to addiction treatment (ex.: motivational interviewing, CBT, etc.)
- Experience in delivering psychoeducation sessions/groups.
- Knowledgeable and competent in case management.
- Ability to adapt communication style to a wide range of clients and situations.
- Ability to develop a helping relationship and manage the limits of this relationship.
- Possess a working knowledge of both official languages.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license, use of vehicle and insurance.
- Occasional availability to work evenings and weekends.
