Manager of Drug Treatment Court

Job Title: Manager of Drug Treatment Court Portfolio

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Reports To: Director of Addictions and Mental Health

Job Status: Full Time Permanent / 37.5 hours per week

Closing Date: November 28, 2025

About Rideauwood Addiction & Family Services

Rideauwood Addiction and Family Services is a community-based non-for-profit treatment centre that has been operating in Ottawa for more than 40 years. Dedicated to supporting those impacted by substance use, behavioral addictions and related mental health challenges, the organization serves youth, young adults, adults and families. Rideauwood runs over 15 comprehensive programs that include prevention, education, individual and group treatment. www.rideauwood.org.

The Manager of Drug Treatment Court (DTC) Portfolio is responsible for the direct management and supervision of clinical staff, administration, leadership, and overseeing the ongoing development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of Agency services including our drug treatment court program, and other projects, initiatives or programs as assigned. The manager will ensure the effective and efficient delivery of addiction services through collaboration with other managers, staff and other care providers and stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide clinical direction and supports to staff around client cases through supervision, processes, team processes, and, on an as needed basis;
• Responsible for program management in designated areas;
• Responsible for the quality and integrity of the services provided in designated programs;
• Leads in service implementation, including working with front-line staff on clinical and service delivery issues, advocacy, database needs, and, training and development;
• Leads team meetings with designated staff members;
• Actively reviews program delivery model and provides input on effective improvements;
• Works with staff to ensure that program data is accurately inputted and submitted;
• Works with staff to provide clinical expertise and guidance and coaching as necessary;

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in human services field such as Social Work or Counseling Psychology;
• Professional registration/credentialing with a relevant regulatory body (ie. Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario);
• Minimum 5 years experience in the addiction and mental health field;
• Leadership experience in the Justice Sector is considered a strong asset;
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health and addiction issues;
• Demonstrated sound clinical judgement, initiative, and leadership in counselling and/or case management programs;
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as an effective member of a team;
• Demonstrated administrative management and reporting skills;
• Demonstrated ability to self-organize and prioritize work;
• Demonstrated ability with MS Office Suite of Programs is essential, experience and comfort working with electronic health records/client management systems;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to care, client privacy and confidentiality;
• Knowledge and experience related to supervision in a unionized environment
• Proven ability to coach, manage, mentor new and existing team members;
• Proven ability to build and lead teams;
• Proven collaboration and external relationship-building skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills, including presentations;
• Ability and willingness to work evening hours during the week multiple times a month up to a weekly basis, and to work hours necessary to complete projects and tasks by stated deadlines;
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel;
• Bilingualism (English/French) is a strong asset;
• Master's Degree would be considered an asset, and;
• Completion of a formal Clinical Supervision course from a recognized educational institution is an asset.

DISCLAIMER: This job posting indicates the general nature of the level of work expected of the incumbent it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities and the incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a current resume and letter of interest directly via the posting site answering the questions below. Based on your experience and practice, and given what you know about this position:

• What motivated you to apply for this position, and
• What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?

Rideauwood is an equal opportunity employer and supports equity, diversity and inclusion. If any accommodations are needed for applicants during the selection process, please notify Human Resources.