Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
provides non-medical withdrawal management care. delivers general care services. conducts harm reduction education. facilitates groups. performs client screening and admission. offers supportive counselling. monitors and observes clients. completes documentation
Close Date Location Pembroke Street Mental Health - MSHU (PSMH) - Victoria, BC V8T 1J5 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time As required: 0700-1500, 0800-1600 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $33.49 - $35.31 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Jun. 22 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
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.
Post secondary certification in addiction counselling or equivalent.
Two years' recent related experience.
Knowledge of chemical dependency.
Basic knowledge of community resources.
Certification in First Aid and CPR.
Valid BC Driver's License (required for some positions).
Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (within first three months).
Foodsafe Certification (for specific positions)
Market context
In British Columbia, addictions and recovery roles are commonly tied to community health, outreach, and residential support settings, where demand is shaped by ongoing need for substance-use and mental-health services. This role is competitive because employers often look for both formal addiction-counselling training and recent hands-on experience, along with practical credentials like First Aid, CPR, and sometimes a valid BC Driver’s License. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification, experience, and local resource knowledge match the posting before applying.