Residential Addiction Worker

Thunder Bay, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$24–$30 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Residential Addiction Worker facilitates group programming and lectures while ensuring the safety and security of the housing support unit. They also provide client orientation, maintain case notes, and transport clients to medical appointments and case conferences.

Job details

Why should YOU choose Dilico? * Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance * OMERS Pension plan available to all employees * Competitive salaries * Generous paid vacation time * Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time * EFAP available to all employees and their families * A chance to make a difference in the community POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1 - FULL TIME PERMANENT Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON CLOSING DATE: NOVEMBER 3, 2026 COMPETITION #: 1724 Position Overview: Under the direction of the TAY housing support Manager, the Residential Addiction Worker will carry out programming and lectures as per schedule; facilitate groups; orientate new clients to the housing support programs, transport clients to case conferences and medical appointments; maintain daily recording; case notes; ensures the safety and well-being of the clients, and the security of the TAY housing support unit in the provision of both day and evening programming. Qualifications and Requirements: * College diploma in addictions or related field with two (2) years experience in the field of mental health and addictions * Experience in the field of mental health and addictions as it relates to the Anishinabek, experience in provision of individual and group-based treatment services. * Candidates without the specific education qualifications and where the position does not require certified qualification to practice, but who possess an appropriate combination of experience and other academic qualifications will also be considered. * Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Addiction Services Manager in relation to service requirements. * Must possess a Class “F” driver’s license or be willing to obtain a Class “F” license and have access to a personal vehicle. * Must hold a valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certificate. * A criminal records check is required and a child welfare check is required upon hiring. * Must complete a medical and receive the required immunizations as recommended by the local medical officer of health. Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/ [https://www.dilico.com/careers/] As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people. Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Dilico Anishinabek Family Care 200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6 TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college diploma in addictions or a related field with two years of experience in mental health and addictions. A valid Class F driver's license and Standard First Aid/CPR certification are required.