NNADAP Worker

Reporting to the Director of Health the National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program Worker (NNADAP) will

provide counselling and referral services to individuals, families and community members (individually and/or small

groups) who require assistance. The NNADAP worker will promote substance and alcohol-free lifestyles, positive

choices as well as how to identify, understand and overcome personal problems associated with substance abuse.

This includes engaging Elders/Knowledge Keepers to lead cultural practices and share traditional knowledge

through ceremony and protocol.

Complete assessments for Clients detailing potential treatment options

Provide counselling to clients who need of addictions treatment

Provide immediate, crisis-response support as critical situations arise

Advocate for the needs of the client and family for social supports

Engage with community promoting alcohol & drug free lifestyles

Create ongoing substance abuse awareness programs/initiatives in the community

Create external resource contact listing and appropriate organizations for referrals

Plan activities and educational opportunities involving community members

Creating and launching sustainable recovery and relapse prevention programs

Prepare comprehensive end-of-program/event report

Year end fiscal reporting, and department budget preparation

Maintain strict client confidentiality at all times

Create a safe and welcoming space for potential clients

Oversee all active volunteers during programming events.

Occasional contact with Child and Family Services

Client transportation to treatment centres as needed

Other duties as deemed necessary to support the departments organizational goals