Addictions & Recovery Worker

Close Date Location Esquimalt Comerford Street - Latitude Living (ECS) - Victoria, BC V9A 6L1 CA Holly Place (HPMH) - Victoria, BC V8T 4A5 CA Victoria Oak Bay Avenue - Grove Supportive Recovery House (VOBA) - Victoria, BC V8R 1B6 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time As required: 0700-1500, 0800-1600 / 1500-2300 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $32.51 - $34.28 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date May. 4 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Coordinator or designate, the Addictions and Recovery Worker provides all service aspects of non-medical withdrawal management care including a variety of general care services, harm reduction education, group facilitation, individual screening for risk, registration, admission/discharge of clients, supportive counselling, daily living activities, and supervision of clients dealing with substance misuse. Observes and monitors clients, role models and demonstrates healthy lifestyle behaviours; and completes documentation. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Education, Training And Experience Post secondary certification in addiction counselling or equivalent plus two years' recent related experience. Working knowledge of chemical dependency. Basic knowledge of community resources. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certification in First Aid and CPR. Valid BC Driver's License is required for certain positions as determined by the operational requirements of the program. Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) within first three months of employment. Foodsafe Certification required for Supportive Housing and Housing and long-term care positions. Experience working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues. Skills And Abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;