Role overview

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

Hours

1.00 FTE

Classification

PRSW

Department

Mental Health and Addictions

Salary

$31.9490 to $33.1523 per hour

As per CUPE LOCAL 822 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Thursday, October 22, 2026

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Description

Reporting to Manager of Morningstar Centre, the prevention support worker attends to the admission, care and discharge of the clients throughout their recovery journey. The position assists through the stages of change and provides support services for effective care transition and discharge planning and functioning of the facility through group work and working across programs.

Values

COMPASSION: We are empathetic, sensitive and understanding to the unique needs of our patients. their families, our staff and our communities.

COLLABORATION: We are stronger together, working as a team and with our partners to improve the health of our patients.

EXCELLENCE: We are committed to quality care and service excellence for every patient. We stay current on evolving science and share our expertise.

INTEGRITY: We are committed to honesty, confidentiality, confidentiality and trust. We act in a professional and ethical manner to best meet the needs of our patients, their families, our staff and our communities.

RESPECT: We embrace the strength in our diversity and treat patients, families, staff and partners with dignity. We value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

2 weeks paid vacation
Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
Relocation and accommodation packages and support
Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

Diploma in addictions or social services is required although lesser academic qualifications may be accepted provided that the incumbent has completed or is willing to complete CAMH course work relevant to the program and clientele
Current certification in CPR and First Aid
WHMIS training
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (CPI)
Completion of support and assist course for medication is required upon hiring
Basic counselling and screening skills
Demonstrated ability to observe and record appropriately
Capable of maintaining cooperative working relationships and liaising with various other service providers
Ability to provide, resource referrals, and effectively advocate for clients
Crisis intervention skills and conflict resolution experience required to support clients
Effective critical thinking skills
Previous experience working with a vulnerable population
Demonstrated understanding and experience working within the context of recovery, harm reduction, therapeutic engagement, homelessness and trauma informed approach, as well as the stages of change and relapse
Effective interpersonal/communication skills, appropriate to dealing tactfully and sensitively with clients, staff and other professionals
Ability to work flexible hours to meet client and operational needs
Ability to organize and manage routine and administrative tasks as outlined
Consistently utilizes a non-judgmental approach to prevention support work and interactions with internal and external stakeholders
Awareness of the community and district treatment resources and community partners providing social/health services to clients
Telephone etiquette
Knowledge of the Ojibway language and culture would be considered an asset
The ability to work as part of a peer supervision model
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with and knowledge of harm reduction strategies
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision in a fast paced/multitask environment
Demonstrated proficient computer skills including MS Office Suite, Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Class G driver's license with a clean drivers abstract
Demonstrated reliable attendance record
Previous experience working with vulnerable population in the Mental Health and Addictions Field an asset
Previous experience working in an abstinence and harm reduction environment an asset

positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.