Adult Addictions Counsellor

_Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_
- **POSITION: Adult Addictions Counsellor**_
- **REPORTS TO**:_ _Adult Clinical Supervisor/ Adult Addictions Manager_
- **LOCATION**:_ _This position is part of the ADAPT hybrid model of operations and is a combination of remote work and in-office_
- **This position will be classified as a permanent 1.0FTE**_
- **WHAT'S THERE FOR YOU?**_
- You will work with a fun, cooperative and diverse team. This group will provide you many opportunities to learn from other professions and enhance your skills and abilities when providing services to your clients. It's an interesting role, with excellent work-life balance._

**SUMMARY**:

- Delivers clinical counselling services to Clients by providing clinical assessments and developing and implementing clinically sound treatment plans; maintains client records according to guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC); provides statistical and anecdotal input for the evaluation of ADAPT programs as required; represents ADAPT with community groups, as requested._

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Assesses client needs through the use of diagnostic tools and structured interviews
- In consultation with the Client, develops an individual treatment plan for the client
- Provides individual and/or group counselling to address the clients’ needs
- Conducts group sessions as required
- Refers clients to other appropriate support services and agencies according to the clients’ needs
- Conducts appropriate case management services with respect to the client’s treatment plan
- Provides consultative services to community agencies, professionals or individuals as required
- Maintains accurate and complete clinical records and service tracking data according to guidelines established by ADAPT, the MOHLTC and/or the funding agency
- Assists in the promotion of ADAPT and its programs to other agencies and the general public

**SKILLS**:

- Strong communication and active listening is required
- Broad knowledge of addictions treatments and explanatory theories, mental illness, and community resources
- Ability to: function independently, maintain effective working relationships with others, work effectively under pressure or deadlines and work outside regular office hours as required, use good judgement to make sound decisions
- Interpersonal skills that require an attention to detail and rapport building with clients
- Experienced sense and awareness of ethical boundaries and clinical reporting obligations
- Active time management and scheduling
- Proficiency with computer programs and electronic database(s)

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- University degree plus Addiction Diploma, or degree/ diploma in health or social sciences with at least 2 years addiction experience
- Experience in:

- Individual, family, and group therapy
- Community development and networking
- Record keeping and file management
- Basic life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work
- Managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change
- Regular access to a dependable vehicle is required.

**PERSONALITY TRAITS**
- Ability to resolve problems involving a large number of variables in standardized situations
- Ability to deal with administrative and ‘people’ challenges;
- Attention to detail, very organized, able to work independently as well as part of a team;
- Good people skills, compassionate and empathetic and able to work under stress;
**Work Conditions**
- Working in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions;
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Various physical actions of mobility are required (mínimal lifting, sitting for periods of time, moderate wrist motions).

**TRANSPORTATION**
- To successfully fulfill duties of the role, current valid driver's licence and regular access to a dependable vehicle is required.

**DEVELOPMENTAL EXPECTATIONS**
- As technology evolves, and as ADAPT modifies operating practices, employees will be required to upgrade their skills and knowledge to keep pace with those changes. The employee in this position will be expected to take advantage of training opportunities, as required._

**ABOUT US**
- ADAPT (Halton Alcohol Drug and Gambling Assessment Prevention and Treatment Services) is one of the largest and most diversified treatment agencies in Ontario. We offer a full spectrum of services to clients experiencing concerns with addictions, mental health or concurrent disorders, as well as to their families and loved ones._
- At ADAPT we are committed to building a warm, inclusive, and diverse environment. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset; that they will do their best work when they feel supported and empowered. That is why we offer an attractive compensation