Overnight Program Assistant
Relief (On-Call/Casual)
Renascent Paul J Sullivan Centre
Application Deadline:
February 17th, 2025
Renascent is an accredited leader in the addiction treatment field, with a legacy of
serving people impacted by substance addiction for over 50 years. As a charitable
health care organization, Renascent is committed to the values of compassion, respect,
and empathy, as well as evidenced-based approaches and continuous improvement.
Renascent addiction treatment programs provide person-centered care within an
abstinence-based model, integrating 12-step facilitation with current best practice
clinical approaches. Due to the impact of addiction on families, specialized programs
and support are also offered for loved ones and family members, including children.
About the Position:
Reporting to the Manager, the Program Assistant is responsible for the delivery of
Renascent’s programs and services to males and those who identify as male that are
experiencing addiction to alcohol and/or other drugs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reports to evening Counsellor for review of census and special assignments.
- Assures the safety of the treatment centre and its occupants at night. This includes checking all doors and windows and touring the entire house hourly.
- Centre duties as assigned by management, including light housekeeping, record keeping and clerical duties.
- Resolves any client conflicts in an effective and timely manner.
- Responds to calls and provides information on Renascent’s programs and services.
- Makes notes and reports any problems to the Counsellor arriving at 6:30 am shift next morning
- Must be available to work weekends and statutory holidays.
Qualifications:
- Lived experience of addiction and recovery and active involvement in a 12-Step program for alcoholism/addiction required.
- A minimum of three years of continuous sobriety is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written are essential, including an ability to share life experience for the benefit of the clients.
- Completion of course-work for certification as an Addiction Counsellor is an asset.
Interested applicants are invited to apply on or before February 17th, 2025. Including a
cover letter in your application package is strongly encouraged.
Contact email address: hrresume@renascent.ca
Renascent wishes to thank all individuals who apply for this position, however, only
applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted
Renascent is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.