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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Kamloops, BC

Salary

dollar sign 29.780 to 32.310 per hour

Job Description

Company Profile

Day One Society (Phoenix Centre) provides substance use services and advocacy for individuals, families and communities. We have a 20-bed inpatient detox unit, outpatient youth counselling, youth day treatment and supportive recovery programs.

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our staff and clients safe we have implemented COVID 19 protocols including mandated vaccinations for staff, social distancing, appropriate personal protective equipment and restricted public access to our facility

Job Summary:

This requires flexibility and responsiveness. Reporting to the Detox Program Supervisor, the Detox Worker 2 (DW) is part of a multidisciplinary team, performing a variety of program related duties in support of clients in inpatient detox services within a harm reduction model. The DW needs to be capable of functioning as a team member, as well as independently. The position involves shift work consisting of 11 hour shifts (Day Shifts and Night shifts).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Admission and Assessment of Clients

Screens and assesses clients for admission/non admission, entering information in the booking program as required
Does admissions and discharges, performing all related tasks
Performs 24-hour assessments
Takes and records vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse and respiration
Documents client information, including discharge summaries, accurately and in a timely fashion
Assists in dealing with crisis situations requiring medical management/behavioural management

Client Support and Education

Delivers client education as required, including “Take Home Naloxone” education
Conducts house meetings for clients
Provides recovery planning opportunities for clients supporting their right to self-determination and arranging support by the Inpatient Discharge Coordinator

Other

Makes beds and does agency laundry
Assists with general cleaning of kitchen and client common areas
Performs other related duties as required and directed by the Detox Supervisor and/or her designate

Qualifications:

Education

Minimum of 2-year diploma in social or human services from a recognized educational institute or equivalent

Training

At least 2 years training in the field of mental health and substance use
CPR certification

Experience

At least 2 years’ experience in the field of mental health and substance use

At least 2 years’ experience in working with the harm reduction treatment model

Knowledge

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Maintains knowledge of developments in the field of chemical dependency withdrawal and treatment

Skills and Abilities:

Communication

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, co-workers and people in the community.
Demonstrated ability to document clearly, concisely and accurately
Proven ability to work as a team member
Demonstrated ability to be respectful, empathetic, non-judgmental to clients and colleagues.

Problem-solving

Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Demonstrated ability to respond to a crisis in a competent, professional manner

Other

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
Demonstrated flexibility to meet the needs of a demanding work environment

About Day One Society

The Phoenix Centre’s roots were planted in Renfrew County in December 1975. Noticing a lack of support and suitable resources for children with emotional and behavioural challenges and their families, the community united to make a change. A chain of community-based efforts spanning over three years led to the nesting of The Phoenix Centre in 1978, when the Ministry of Community and Social Services confirmed the financial support required to institute a Children’s Mental Health Centre. Since 1978, The Phoenix Centre has grown with the community, offering a warm, safe place to all the children and families of Renfrew County. We currently have 16 full-time therapists and eight child and youth counsellors providing mental health support services to the children, youth, and families of Renfrew County. We strive for your well-being. With our main office located in the heart of beautiful downtown Pembroke, and satellite offices in five communities, our diverse services and programs are accessible throughout the County. Proud neighbours and hosts of the Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network, Big Brothers Big Sisters Renfrew County and Elevate! Youth Fitness Centre in memory of Krista Johnston, The Phoenix Centre is also affiliated with many local, provincial, and national organizations. Incorporated as Renfrew County Youth Services, our Board of Directors searched for a unique name to identify the agency within the community. The Phoenix Centre was chosen. At The Phoenix Centre for Children and Families, we believe the process of seeking help and change mirrors the flight of the Phoenix. Getting treatment is a challenging process, but, by working through it, children and families can live better and feel stronger than they did before, achieving the extraordinary.