Crisis Counsellor

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Summary The Crisis Counselor, as a member of a multi-disciplinary Crisis Intervention team providing out-patient Mental Health Services, will respond to crisis calls, and offer emergency mental health intervention including assessments, referrals, crisis resolution and/or simply provide information to adults 16 years of age and older. You will work in one of the only public-funded services without a waiting list and function as entry-point to counselling for many people. This is a great role to hone your clinical skills, working alongside a supportive team. Required Current Certificate of Registration, in good standing, in the appropriate regulated health professions college of Ontario, (OCSWSSW- Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the CRPO- College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, CNO - College of Nurses of Ontario, College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario). Master’s Degree in Social Work, Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology, Masters Level Counselling and Psychotherapy, Masters of Nursing or equivalent. At least one-year recent related experience in brief counselling or related area, including during clinical placements. Experience in conducting psychosocial assessment, de-escalation and brief psychosocial interventions. Nurses with a Master Degree are eligible to apply and will be paid according to the posted rate included on the job posting for this role. Duties Crisis response, mental health assessments, interventions and consultations (including Emergency Room), for adults, couples, families and groups. Develop appropriate short-term treatment plans to meet client(s) needs. Provide & receive consultation to the multidisciplinary team, peer supervision meetings, client families, physicians, agencies and police services. Keep current on all aspects of social service agencies & community mental health programs. Participate in Departmental CI on a continuous basis. Must be available to work shifts, weekends and holidays and provide on call telephone response. Must be available for call-in on short notice. Must have reliable transportation as this is multi-site. Physical Demands Analysis Strength Required Occasionally – lifting carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds Mobility Required Constantly – standing Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping, sitting Required Occasionally – twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling Required Rarely – balancing, climbing Dexterity Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down) Required Rarely – foot action Equal Opportunity We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or #J-18808-Ljbffr