Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II

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Job Overview:

Additionally counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support, and guidance to clients and their families.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provision of individual treatment, education and ongoing assessment of progress to patients using evidence-based modalities including: Recovery Oriented cognitive therapy (RCT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and trauma-informed care
• Identification of treatment goals with patients, coordinating across broader clinical teams when appropriate.
• Delivery of high quality psychoeducational and process groups using evidence-based modalities.
• Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team both within the company and with external providers.
• Collaboration with other stakeholders in the development, implementation and follow-up of the patient’s aftercare plan including referrals to peer-led recovery programs (e.g. AA, CA, NA, SMART, etc), community based counselling, and other community based professionals.
• Completion of detailed documentation and charting appropriately and in a timely manner in accordance with relevant company standards.
• Liaise with patient’s family (as clinically appropriate), referral sources, community providers, EAP representatives, case managers and other members of the circle of care on a regular and timely basis.
• Engage in personal and professional development, maintain appropriate professional associations, and provide current documentation to the Human Resources Department.
• Other duties as assigned, including providing coverage in other programs as required.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Master’s degree program in Counselling, Social Work, Psychotherapy, Occupational Therapy
• Registration in good standing as required by professional body, e.g. CCPA, BCACC, CCAC, BCCSW.
• Experience is an asset however new graduates are encouraged to apply. Experience facilitating group programs and therapeutic groups is required.
• Experience working in a residential mental health and addiction treatment setting is considered a strong asset.
• Understanding of Addiction as a complex disorder with multiple causes and pathways to recovery a strong asset.
• Knowledge of community resources and supports is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of multiple treatment modalities an asset including (but not limited to): cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology Interventions, and Trauma focused therapies (EMDR, ART, etc)
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to company’s standards.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team both within company and with external agencies.
• Exercise initiative and good judgement with ability to multi-task in a fast paced, challenging environment, often with competing priorities.
• Experience working with military and/or first responder cultures considered a strong asset.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in mental health and addiction assessment and treatment is highly desirable.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $1,500 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $500 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
• Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
• Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
• Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home/auto/pet insurance
• Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
• Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
• Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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Compensation details: 63680-95520 Yearly Salary

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