Addiction Counsellor
Addiction Counsellor
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Addiction Counsellor
Job Title: Addiction Counsellor
Status: Regular Full-Time (37.5 hours perweek)
Position level: Level 7
Hiring range: $64319.52 - $74563.95 annually
Salary range: $64319.5286440.05 annually
Job location: Breaking the Cycle 393 King Street East Toronto
A little about us
Hi were Mothercraft and were so excited to meetyou! For nearly a century weve been a trailblazer in promoting healthy child development and supporting families in our community. Were dedicated to excellence and constantly exploring innovative concepts and ideas related to child care and education.
Our approach is grounded in the latest research which guides every aspect of our work. This includes everything from out high-quality care and enrichment programs to our specialized services for children and families with unique needs and our comprehensive training programs for childcare providers and other providers and professionals.
At Mothercraft we celebrated diversity and strive to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. Join us in our mission to help children thrive and families flourish!
A little about the Early Intervention Department
The Early Intervention (EI)Department offers early intervention/childrens mental health programs designedto reduce risk and to enhance the development for substance-exposed children(prenatal 6 years) by providing services which address maternal addictionproblems and related issues and the mother-child relationship through communitybased cross-systemic partnerships. The EI department conducts evaluation andresearch focused on issues relevant to the early intervention programs whichinclude: Breaking the Cycle (BTC) Parent-Infant Program BTC PregnancyOutreach Program and Connections.
Job summary
Asour newest Addiction Counsellor you will play a crucial role in providing individual and group addiction counselling delivering case management services developing service plans and monitoring client progress all while working collaboratively with community partners.
Reporting to the Manager of Early Intervention Programs youll work alongside a team of dedicated staff and community partners collaborating to provide the highest quality support to our clients. Sound exciting Heres a little more....
As an AddictionCounsellor you will
- Deliver trauma-informed individual and group counselling services to women experiencing addictions and related issues
- Develop implement and evaluate client treatment plans relative to identified goals
- Make referrals and provide resources
- Participate in agency training clinical consultation and team meetings
- Engage in multidisciplinary and integrated planning with clients and their internal and external service providers
- Maintain all required clinical and statistical documentation
- Participate in evaluation and research
- Prepare and provide letters/reports/evidence and other information for families and other professionals involved
- Adhere to all organizational and developmental policies and procedures and any related legislated standards and guidelines
You will be set up for success if youhave
- Bachelors degree in Social Work Psychology Social Sciences and/or related field
- Member in good standing with a College recognized by the Psychotherapy Act 2007 (e.g. Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers College of Psychologists of Ontario College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario Ontario College of Nurses)
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a counseling setting with specific experience delivering individual and group addiction counselling
- Experience in working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong working knowledge of the Child Youth & Family Services Act
- Knowledge of addiction treatment frameworks
- Knowledge of community services and resources
- Satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check
- Immunizations and health assessment in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act
As theideal candidate you possess
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A flexible positive and collaborative approach to teamwork with the ability to work on a multidisciplinary team
- A non-judgmental inclusive and respectful counselling approach
Why youll love workingat Mothercraft
Our people are at the heart of everything we do here atMothercraft and we take pride in fostering an inclusive space that inspiresour team to love where they work! From rewarding career opportunities to acomprehensive benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan we go aboveand beyond to prioritize your success and heres how we do it
Team -Were a team of passionate individual who are committed to supporting healthy child development and making a positive impact on families and communities.
Benefits -Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes extended health dental life insurance and long-term disability coverage ensuring that you and your family are well-taken care of.
Pension -Take advantage of our defined benefit pension plan which provides financial security and stability for your future.
Timeoff -Enjoy generous paid time off including vacation starting at 3 weeks 12 sick days and 3 floater days a year allowing you to take the time you need to recharge and relax.
Financialwellness -Participate in our financial wellness program through Enriched Academy which provides resources and tools to help you achieve your financial goals and improve your financial well-being.
Life-long Learning -Were life-long learners here at Mothercraft. Grow your skills and knowledge through our professional development opportunities which will help you stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Extra Support -Access our Employee and Family Assistance Program which provides confidential support and resources to help you and your family with a wide range of personal and professional challenges.
Next Steps
Apply today by submitting your resume by September 3 2025. We appreciate yourinterest and thank all applicants for their submissions. However please notethat only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Think youre the ideal candidate but you dont meet all the requirementsApply anyways. We would love to review your application to see if yourethe right fit or find you an alternative opportunity. Not the role for youShare this posting with your network.
Diversity and Inclusion
Mothercraft is committed to a workforce that is reflectiveof the diverse populations that we support. We welcome applications fromqualified individuals from all accordance with theAccessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Mothercraft strivesto ensure that all recruiting processes are inclusive and barrier-free. If yourequire an accommodation please advise the Human Resources Department inadvance of attending an interview. We are committed to a selection process andwork environment that is inclusive equitable and accessible.
Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
