Addictions Counsellor (Social Worker or Counsellor)
Addictions Counsellor (Social Worker or Counsellor)
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Job Description
TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider encompassing physical mental and financial health TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers patients healthcare professionals employers and employees.
Were seeking licensed mental health professionals with strong substance abuse counselling experience to provide in-person EAP services through their private practice. Candidates must have demonstrated expertise in addiction counselling and substance abuse treatment.
Make a Meaningful Impact
As an independent provider youll offer solution-focused care while maintaining the flexibility and autonomy of your practice. Youll be backed by a supportive network clinical supervision and efficient referralshelping clients take the first step toward lasting well-being.
Join a team that believes in collaboration compassion and community caretogether we can make a difference.
Heres How
Complete in-person substance abuse assessments and refer clients to appropriate program;
Manage the administrative requirements as dictated by TELUS Healths clinical models.
Qualifications
Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology or Social Work is mandatory;
Professional College membership or registration with a counselling Association with valid professional liability insurance;
Training and experience with substance abuse counselling is mandatory;
Post-graduate counselling experience;
Ability to use or have knowledge of clinical assessment tools and develop treatment plan;
Ability to write reports in a clear and concise manner;
Experience with mandated clients is an asset;
Basic knowledge of community resources.
Why join TELUS Health as an Independent Contractor
A positive inclusive work environment that values diversity.
Integration into a national growing network of mental health professionals.
Opportunities to work with a diverse client base across various presenting concerns.
Increased professional visibility and credibility through association with TELUS Health.
Flexible scheduling to manage your caseload on your terms.
Opportunities to deliver specialized services (e.g. Work Support Program post-trauma group interventions).
Access to clinical supervision peer networking and continuing education.
Reliable bi-monthly billing cycle and prompt payments including coverage for no-shows and late cancellations.
A bit about us
Were a people-focused customer-first purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.
TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as required during the recruitment process.
Disclaimer: In accordance with the TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy as a condition of employment all team members whose job functions require they work at a Data Center and/or have access to detailed knowledge of technology related to client service delivery are subject to a Personnel Security Screening conducted through the Government of Canada.
The health and safety of our team customers and communities is paramount to TELUS. Accordingly we require anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position it is because the team member will be asked on a regular basis to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.
By applying to this role you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.
Employment Type
Part-Time
