154-26-3 Addictions Counsellor

Six Nations•Ohsweken, ON

5d•CA$35•Onsite

About The Position

The Addictions Counsellor reports directly to the Team Manager Land Based Healing Centre, as their functional supervisor and works under the direction and supervision of the Team Manager, Six Nations Mental Health and Addictions. This role assists the Team Manager in the performance of operational and advisory duties related to Addiction Services within the policies and procedures established by Six Nation’s Elected Council for Six Nations Mental Health and Addictions. The Addiction Counsellor will develop new programming/resources that assists with the delivery of direct counselling services related to intervention and aftercare of alcohol and drug abuse for Six Nations of The Grand River. The Addiction Counsellor will assess for substance use/misuse and mental health issues making appropriate referrals to work collaboratively bridging gaps in service achieving the best plan of care possible for each individual.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Addiction/Social Work with a minimum of (3) years work-related experience or College Diploma (2–3) year program in Addiction/Social Work Program from a recognized college institution and (4) years work-related experience.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in providing support/counselling to adults and three (3) years’ experience in providing support/counseling to children and youth.
Certification as an Addictions Counsellor/Specialist from one of the recognized Canadian Certification Boards.
Knowledge of concurrent disorders.
Working knowledge, preferably gained through social work related experiences and training, in the delivery of alcohol and drug abuse services.
Working knowledge of different Native concepts to culture and spirituality.
Understanding of correctional facilities.
High-level sensitivity to Native issues.
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Must maintain client confidentiality.
Must pass security check.
Exhibits a high degree of initiative and self-direction; good analytical, organizational, verbal and written communication and counselling skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified in Choice Theory, Grief Recovery, an asset.
Abstainer preferred.

Responsibilities

Will provide intake, assessments, referrals, counselling, and develops service plans.
Will document client case notes in client database.
Educates and promotes Substance use/misuse awareness.
Provide education for families to understand how to deal with alcohol/drug issues with family members.
Evaluates clients’ response to interactions and interventions.
Intervenes and refers as guided by the plan of care to promote maintain or restore health.
Maintains current with addiction research/information and alternative treatment opportunities for clients.
Provide aftercare and relapse prevention.
Develop and facilitate therapeutic groups.
Will be knowledgeable with the justice system to assist clients on probation or in a correctional facility.
Provide presentations for other service providers and community.
Will provide Back-Up On-Call Crisis services for Six Nations Crisis Line.
Participate in Case Management Meetings.
Participate in case conferences.
Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Attend training as required/requested and deliver summary of training in staff meetings.
Accountable for maintaining quality service and care.
Prepares reports for special projects initiated outside of normal responsibilities.
Continuously collects data that is comprehensive, accurate and systematic.
Provide activity reports according to established office policies and procedures.
Prepare reports as required.
Maintain client records within client database.
Will document client reports within 72 hour timeframe.
Performs other related duties as may reasonably be required by the Team Manager, Six Nations Mental Health and Addictions.
Provides support for the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Health Services as a member of the Emergency Control Group.