Client Support Worker

Job summary

The Client Support Worker is responsible for the basic supervision of clients and the day-to-day operations of the treatment centre. They must communicate important client matters to the counselling staff and ensure adherence to centre policies.

Job details

Employment Opportunity Position: Client Support Worker Employment Type: Casual Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy Salary: $22.00 per hour Location: Benbowopka Treatment Centre, Blind River, ON Closing Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Who you are? You are highly motivated individual, with lived experience, willing to support others in a culturally safe environment. Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. Who we are? Benbowopka Treatment Centre is a culturally based residential treatment centre, helping people heal from substance use and past trauma by reconnecting with Anishinaabe culture and spiritual practices. The opportunity: Under the direction of the Administrative Supervisor, the Casual Client Support Worker will be responsible for duties regarding the basic supervision of the clients and the Centre. The Casual Client Support Worker will be responsible to report all matters pertaining to the day-to-day operation of the Centre to their immediate supervisor and for ensuring that matters of importance regarding clients are communicated to the counselling staff on a timely basis. What you need to bring with you: Good oral and written communication skills Knowledge of Ojibway a definite asset but not a requirement Be able to take direction and to work within the policies, procedures and philosophy of the Centre Have a basic knowledge of the addiction, treatment and recovery process Possess basic supportive counselling skills Lead a non-abusive lifestyle and provide a positive role model for clients Ability to work with a minimum of supervision Capable of handling crisis situations calmly and effectively Be willing to take further training Possess initiative, self-discipline, responsibility and reliability Current CPR and First Aid certification Basic knowledge of social services and resources in the area served A healthy, supportive attitude towards clients in recovery Prepared to work overtime as required Knowledge and understanding of the population served by the Centre Possess good work habits such as regular attendance and punctuality Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, as well as independently Hep B immunization Why work with us? Competitive Salary based on experience Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone) All travel expenses covered High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People What to expect? Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur. Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request. An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check. Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs. No artificial intelligence is used in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. Qualified individuals are invited to submit to the link in BambooHR, a cover letter along with current resume, certificates, diplomas, and three work related references. Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Client Support Worker is responsible for the basic supervision of clients and the day-to-day operations of the treatment centre. They must communicate important client matters to the counselling staff and ensure adherence to centre policies.

Requirements

Candidates should possess basic supportive counselling skills, knowledge of the addiction recovery process, and current CPR/First Aid certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment are required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Technology amenities provided
• Travel expenses covered
• Access to cultural and traditional teachings

Listed skills

• crisis management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supportive counselling
• Crisis management
• Oral communication
• Written communication
• Addiction recovery support
• Teamwork
• Time management
• First aid
• CPR
• Social services knowledge
• Cultural safety
• Relationship building
• Client Support
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Self-Discipline
• First Aid Certification
• Self-Motivation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Work
• Communication
• Operating Expense
• Punctuality
• Team Oriented
• Trauma Care
• Reliability

Job areas

• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Client Support Worker
• Customer Service Representative (General)
• Inquiry Clerks
• Customer Service Representatives