Intervention Worker – Managed Alcohol Program – part time

*Qualified indigenous candidates are highly encouraged to apply

About:

PAQ is an indigenous organization that supports First Nations, Inuit and Métis people facing housing insecurity in Tio’tià: ke / Montreal. Using a culturally appropriate approach based on empowerment and harm reduction, we provide housing options, accommodation and services that promote wellness and healing, and strengthen community. We work in partnership with others to promote the health and housing rights of urban Indigenous peoples.

The Opportunity:

As a part of the PAQ team, you will be joining a group of individuals who are committed to helping change the lives of Indigenous men and women in Montreal. Working closely with community members to meet their long-term goals, you will have the opportunity to see the life changing benefits of your work on a daily basis. Working with dedication to PAQ’s mission, you will have access to the support of team members as well as training in the areas of intervention, suicide prevention, trauma informed approaches, First Aid and Indigenous cultural knowledge. 

This person will work at PAQ’s Managed Alcohol Program. A house with supportive-housing for 8 people from the indigenous community that are experiencing severe alcohol dependencies in Montreal. This program serves to reduce the acute, chronic, and social harms associated with alcohol addiction. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide support and intervention tailored to the needs of participants.
• Support participants with goal-setting.
• Facilitate and promote group living and a sense of community with participants.
• Maintain the stability, safety and cleanliness of the facility and ensures compliance with PAQ regulations.
• Serve meals and ensures the smooth operation of the community room.
• Respond to crisis or emergency situations and meets the needs of residents according to PAQ procedures and services.
• Complete relevant documents, statistics and reports.
• Coordinate housekeeping duties of participants to ensure cleanliness of the facility.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Provide schedule flexibility and be available to work substitute shifts.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Service Coordinator or Team Leader as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months experience in intervention, social work or similar helping relationship related fields.
• Experience living or working with indigenous communities or individuals.
• Experience working or volunteering with people who are homeless, have addictions or mental health issues. 
• Bilingualism (functional English and French) + indigenous languages is an asset.
• Sense of empathy
• Initiative in problem solving
• Professional ethics
• Ability to work in a team environment
• First aid certification is an asset.

Required Values and Attributes:                                                                                                              

• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to social justice and reconciliation for Indigenous peoples in Canada.
• Personal qualities of integrity and dedication to PAQ’s mission
• Solution-oriented, open to new ideas, and committed to continuous improvement
• Persistence in resolving issues.

Position Details:

Start date: December 20th, 2024
Position Status: part-time

Schedule: Tuesday and Sunday overnight from 12 pm – 8 pm

Salary: $25 /hour

*All new employees must be available for full-time training, 9 am to 5pm, for one week upon being hired.