National Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP)

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of First Line Services and the Supervisor of Culture and Prevention, the National Native Alcohol & DrugAbuse Program (NNADAP) Representative is responsible:

• To gain the trust of community members for access, including access to treatment centres, detox. Knowledge and a clear understanding of the current substances being used and abused.
• Accountable to community members to deliver quality services focused on addiction and harm reduction practices.
• Accountable to make a sustained effort to reduce the impact of substance use and abuse within the community of Timiskaming First Nation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or diploma in social work or mental health counseling with emphasis/specialization in addictions.
• One (1) year work experience in mental health and addictions.
• Valid Class 5 Quebec driver’s license or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of the impact of trauma and inter-generational trauma affecting First Nations.
• Knowledge of traditional medicine and a holistic approach to individual and community health and wellness.
• Knowledge of health legislation, theories, intervention models and medical terminology.
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of settings and in a cross-cultural situation.
• Ability to work well individually and in a team setting.
• Knowledgeable with the different treatment centers practices, cycle duration and specialties.
• Knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs, email and internet.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, plan, schedule and prioritize.
• Project management and report writing skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team oriented, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to represent TFN with a professional image and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate in the French and Algonquin languages is an asset.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

To administer National Native Alcohol & DrugAbuse Program (NNADAP) within the Timiskaming First Nation (TFN):

• To reduce the levels of alcohol and other substance abuse in the community by offering counseling services, harm reduction methods and tools.
• To administer the National Native Alcohol & DrugAbuse Program (NNADAP) within the Timiskaming First Nation community.
• To inform and empower community members with knowledge on addictions and harm reduction, enabling them to make healthy choices.
• To run and maintain regular AA and NA meetings.
• To develop and maintain a successful relapse prevention program for pre and post treatment.
• Maintain a client caseload, ensure files are kept up to date according to organizational practices, client support can be done in person or virtually depending on context and needs of clients.
• Weekly visits to the youth center for prevention activities, may also require periodic intervention activities with youth.
• Go into the schools attended by community youth for prevention activities and for intervention when required on case-by-case basis.
• Develop and deliver workshops to the community throughout the year and will need to be flexible with delivery methods which may include virtual workshop delivery depending on context and circumstances.
• Collaborate effectively with treatment centers for successful client outcomes.
• Develop and maintain a bank of volunteers to assist with client support and recovery.
• Take a lead role in the clients after-care plan, focused on supporting clients and their families in the client’s recovery journey.
• Activity outreach in the community by being visible (e.g. walking, biking) going to where clients are at (e.g. school, homes, hangout areas).
• Partnering with the Drug Strategies Coordinator and being involved with the safe place activities.
• Prepare monthly activity reports, participate numbers and track statistics for yearly reporting.
• Partner with internal and external services.
• Be visible in the community at every workshop and event.
• Other related duties as requested by the supervisor.

_ Gaining and maintain trust and credibility within the community: _

• Conduct regular needs assessments in regards to substance use and abuse in the community.
• Organize and facilitate workshops relevant to addictions/mental health that are fun and interactive for community members.
• Increase awareness and understanding among all community members about alcohol and substance abuse issues with awareness and promotion of healthier lifestyles.
• Main events and activities to be planned throughout the year are: national overdose awareness day, AA/NA round up, addiction week, land-based healing activities, school visits, youth center workshops/activities, AA/NA meetings, Al-Anon, ACOA (adult children of alcoholics.
• Strengthen links between the NNADAP program and residential treatment facilities that help with community visibility and access.
• Attend NNADAP Quarterly Meetings in neighboring communities to keep up to date with issues and trends.

_ Outreach Activities and Interventions: _

• Counselling services based on motivational interviewing techniques that encompass a holistic. approach that targets basic needs and empowers the client.
• Help with Opioid Agonist Therapy for the client when they are ready.
• Effective distribution of harm reduction kits and Naloxone.
• Maintain client files according to organizational policy.
• Engage Emergency Services when it is determined that additional intervention is required.
• Recognize and respond effectively to an individual/group/community in crisis.
• Collaborating with the outreach program and other external partners.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working 35 hours a week, which include weekend and evening hours
• In and out of office work to include counselling and community outreach services
• Overtime may be required
• Some travel required (e.g. brining clients to treatment or detox)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From $22.55 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-22