Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Shelter Outreach
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Brampton, ON
•CA$58,531 - CA$87,818•Hybrid
About The Position
To support the mission of The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light Ministries through provision of professional concurrent disorder counselling services for youth/adult clients in accordance with government contractual agreements and Salvation Army Standards. To function responsibly as a member of Harbour Light at Choices Shelter & Support Services, Family Life Resource Centre, Cuthbert House, Wilkinson Men’s Shelter, Motel 6, and St. Leonard’s Place Peel.
Requirements
- Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the substance use/concurrent disorder sector
- Knowledge of evidence-based concurrent disorder counselling interventions / treatment models, including CBT, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Informed Practice
- Cultural awareness practices
- Professional documentation according to agency and regulatory college standards
- The ability to work individually and as part of a team
- The ability to work collaboratively with community partners
- Competence with data management systems, particularly EMHware
- Knowledge and experience in substance abuse counselling, group counselling and case management
- Awareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populations
- Proficient in English language
- Upon hiring, successful candidate must provide: A current Vulnerable Sector Screen
Nice To Haves
- Registration in a professional college an asset
- Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Basic First Aid/CPR Certification an asset
- Second language an asset
Responsibilities
- Individual counselling
- Case Management skills
- Group Facilitation as needed
- Teaching Classes as needed
- Development of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goals
- Assessment & referral
- Liaison with shelter case workers by attending case management meetings and working alongside shelter team
- Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards
- Liaison with outside agencies as required
- Crisis/Conflict Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- After-care Follow-up
- Team Consultation and Decision-Making
- Reporting on monthly service targets
- Participation in individual and team clinical supervision
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement for travel
- Reasonable accommodation upon request
- Flexibility at work
- Health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time
- RRSP's
- Opportunities to expand skills and advance careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
