Clinical Support Staff
Top Benefits
About the role
Reference ID: GNS740
Line of Business: Inpatient, Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres
Location: Erin, ON (5483 Trafalgar Rd, Erin, ON N0B 1T0, Canada)
**Position Type:**Part-Time, Permanent
**Vacancy Status:**This posting is for a new role.
Compensation:$18.50 - $21.00
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:
AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:
Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help
Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes
Respect – we work well with others
Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter
-**Wellness:**Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement. -**Career Development:**Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System. -Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP). -Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Support Staff is someone who has an understanding of addiction and co-occurring disorders and is comfortable in dealing with residents in cases where they may need to help de-escalate and stabilize residents. A professional demeanor and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, referents, and co-workers are required. The ability to maintain confidentiality of information is essential.
YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides administrative support as needed to the front desk, admissions or discharge.
- Provides day to day support to residents as needed (eg recreational activities). Responsible for being the eyes and ears of the clinical team while on property.
- Responsible for assisting with programming on the weekend when clinical team is lean.
- May assist with other areas including food service or security.
- Communicate any new developments of residents with the clinical team.
- Communicates on a regular basis with referents and other members of the resident’s recovery team.
- Ensures the safety for the residents. Uses effective behavior management skills to de-escalate crisis situations and minimize harm to residents and other staff.
- Maintain communications/contact with all clinical staff regarding resident issues, through exchanges of information, as appropriate via verbal, written and electronic communication.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:
- Post Secondary where a degree or diploma in addictions would be considered an asset.
- One to 3 years clinical experience ideally dealing with addiction/mental health, or Training in a related health field preferred.
- Experience in working and being part of a team, ideally within a healthcare setting.
- There is no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment and does not display evidence of misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed.
- Must have the ability to be objective and empathetic while addressing the individual needs of the respective patients, referral sources and family members.
- Must have the ability to provide support and de-escalation under stressful or crisis situations. Ability to problem-solve and to meet deadlines and establish and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Must demonstrate ethical behavior and sound judgment that supports the Trafalgar standards of care.
- Basic computer skills, beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Products and Outlook, experience with or willingness to learn to use an electronic medical record (FYI DB). Must be able to document insights and observations in clinical records in a concise and articulate manner.
- Basic understanding of addiction/mental health and recovery philosophy
- Must possess a high degree of professionalism and be able to keep information confidential and treat sensitive clinical information with the upmost discretion and respect
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.
CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.
Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.
Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.
As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.
About Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) is the country's largest provider of judgement-free, evidence-based care for substance use disorder and behavioural addictions. Our mission is to empower people experiencing addiction to take control of their health through compassionate, person-centred care that meets them where they are in recovery.
Our vision is that everyone living with substance use disorder and addiction has the support they need to manage their health safely, with dignity and respect.
We have been helping people in recovery reach their goals for nearly 30 years through innovative, integrated and trauma-informed approaches to care. We work collaboratively with a national network of community care and health care partners to expand access to best-in-class addiction treatment that meets peoples' unique needs, and honours their lived experience.
We believe that happy staff make happy clients, and strive to provide a positive, inclusive environment that foster excellence.
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Clinical Support Staff
Top Benefits
About the role
Reference ID: GNS740
Line of Business: Inpatient, Trafalgar Addiction Treatment Centres
Location: Erin, ON (5483 Trafalgar Rd, Erin, ON N0B 1T0, Canada)
**Position Type:**Part-Time, Permanent
**Vacancy Status:**This posting is for a new role.
Compensation:$18.50 - $21.00
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:
AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:
Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help
Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes
Respect – we work well with others
Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter
-**Wellness:**Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement. -**Career Development:**Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System. -Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP). -Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Support Staff is someone who has an understanding of addiction and co-occurring disorders and is comfortable in dealing with residents in cases where they may need to help de-escalate and stabilize residents. A professional demeanor and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, referents, and co-workers are required. The ability to maintain confidentiality of information is essential.
YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides administrative support as needed to the front desk, admissions or discharge.
- Provides day to day support to residents as needed (eg recreational activities). Responsible for being the eyes and ears of the clinical team while on property.
- Responsible for assisting with programming on the weekend when clinical team is lean.
- May assist with other areas including food service or security.
- Communicate any new developments of residents with the clinical team.
- Communicates on a regular basis with referents and other members of the resident’s recovery team.
- Ensures the safety for the residents. Uses effective behavior management skills to de-escalate crisis situations and minimize harm to residents and other staff.
- Maintain communications/contact with all clinical staff regarding resident issues, through exchanges of information, as appropriate via verbal, written and electronic communication.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:
- Post Secondary where a degree or diploma in addictions would be considered an asset.
- One to 3 years clinical experience ideally dealing with addiction/mental health, or Training in a related health field preferred.
- Experience in working and being part of a team, ideally within a healthcare setting.
- There is no history of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three years before employment and does not display evidence of misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed.
- Must have the ability to be objective and empathetic while addressing the individual needs of the respective patients, referral sources and family members.
- Must have the ability to provide support and de-escalation under stressful or crisis situations. Ability to problem-solve and to meet deadlines and establish and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Must demonstrate ethical behavior and sound judgment that supports the Trafalgar standards of care.
- Basic computer skills, beginner to intermediate experience with Microsoft Products and Outlook, experience with or willingness to learn to use an electronic medical record (FYI DB). Must be able to document insights and observations in clinical records in a concise and articulate manner.
- Basic understanding of addiction/mental health and recovery philosophy
- Must possess a high degree of professionalism and be able to keep information confidential and treat sensitive clinical information with the upmost discretion and respect
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.
CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.
Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.
Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.
As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.
About Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) is the country's largest provider of judgement-free, evidence-based care for substance use disorder and behavioural addictions. Our mission is to empower people experiencing addiction to take control of their health through compassionate, person-centred care that meets them where they are in recovery.
Our vision is that everyone living with substance use disorder and addiction has the support they need to manage their health safely, with dignity and respect.
We have been helping people in recovery reach their goals for nearly 30 years through innovative, integrated and trauma-informed approaches to care. We work collaboratively with a national network of community care and health care partners to expand access to best-in-class addiction treatment that meets peoples' unique needs, and honours their lived experience.
We believe that happy staff make happy clients, and strive to provide a positive, inclusive environment that foster excellence.