WHO WE ARE

Kapown Rehabilitation Centre has been a Centre of holistic treatment of addictions for more than 25 years. Each of our 300 clients a year are treated with the utmost respect and are provided a comprehensive evidence-based program in which to find new direction in their lives and healing from their addictions. We help individuals find the motivation, skills, resources and inner strength they need to maintain a clean and balanced lifestyle.
Kapown strives to hire the best and we value integrity, respect, inclusivity, and collaboration. We want our team to share a common mindset based on being passionate about helping others to find their personal power, improving their coping and communication skills, and finding connections within the circle of life.

YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a group home or similar experience in mental health background.
• Associate Addiction Counsellor (AAC) designation is considered an asset.
• Working towards a diploma or certificate in community addictions or mental health is an asset.
• First Aid Certificate and CPR Level C.
• Successful completion of Crisis Intervention Training.

• Establishing positive rapport and communicating effectively with all clients and staff.
• Ensuring client safety by working with staff to ensure clients are monitored appropriately and aware of any risks. Will also ensure clients follow house rules at all times (conducts bed checks on hourly intervals).
• Acting as an advocate for each of our clients to ensure their needs are met; being aware of and up to date on client issues, needed supports and their precautions.
• Dispensing medication under the supervision of directed staff or supervisors.
• Will ensure there are no unauthorized persons on the property between midnight and 6:00am.
• Maintain a detailed log of any and all incidents that may occur with staff and client care.