Community Service and Addiction Worker

This program provides training for Community Service Workers (CSWs) with a specialty training for Addictions Workers (AWs), to combine to form a comprehensive CSAW program. Graduates are employed by social service and government agencies, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centres, school boards, correctional facilities and other establishments.

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Practicum Students complete field placements of 160 hours as a part of the program. CIMT College assigns students to various field placements to gain hands-on experience before being awarded the diploma. Includes Certificates: • Crisis Intervention Training • First Aid • CPR for HeartSaver

Social and Community Service Workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services. They assist clients in dealing with personal and social problems, help those suffering from mental health issues, and provide case management and counselling. Addictions Workers specialize in dealing with clients who suffer from various forms of addiction, including drugs, non-substance addictions, and sexual addictions.