Addictions Counsellor
Addictions Counsellor
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Job Description
Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Outreach and Engagement with clients
Pre- and post-treatment support
Assessment and Referrals
Inform clients and the community (landlords property management companies other agencies etc.) about the Womens Supportive Housing Program
Assist admitted Womens Supportive Housing clients in locating suitable accommodations / rental units
Accompany clients to view rental units negotiate rental rates assist with paperwork to secure units
Individual Counselling
Development of case plans based on client-centred recovery goals
Networking with community agencies
Crisis/Conflict Intervention
Client documentation
Community Follow-up
Facilitate Community Treatment groups (on an as needed basis for coverage)
Attend team meetings as required
Team Consultation and Decision-Making
Report to Program Coordinator of Addiction Outreach Programs
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate degree or diploma from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions) including qualification to enter a Provincially Regulated College
Minimum 3 years experience working in the addiction/mental health sector
CACCF/ICADC Certification an asset
Understanding of the continuum of substance use and concurrent disorders
Knowledge and experience in women centered problematic substance use counselling interventions / treatment models
Knowledge and experience of concurrent disorders
Understanding of trauma in relation to substance use
Knowledge of culturally competent practices
Maintain client records / files according to agency standards
The ability to work individually and as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
The ability to work collaboratively with community partners
Knowledge and experience with data management systems particularly EHMware
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The candidate should be a flexible reliable mature and compassionate professional who:
Has excellent communication skills
Has an appreciation for diversity
Works effectively in teams
Possesses good judgment and problem solving skills
Is committed to professional development
Is able to effectively network in the community
Must be supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army
Directly responsible to the Program Coordinator
40 hours per week - Monday through Friday
Clear Vulnerable Sector screen required
Position is unionized wage is set as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $22.97 to $22.97 with a maximum of $22.97.Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Employment Type
Full-Time
