Clinical Counsellor

_We are seeking a Clinical Counsellor who is enthusiastic and passionate about opportunities to work with individuals in the community. Our Clinical Counsellors are key members of our Counselling and Treatment team. This role contributes to the support of our clients in providing invaluable services to individuals with addiction and/or mental health concerns within the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (KFLA) communities._
- In addition to the fulfilling sense of giving back to the community, AMHS-KFLA also offers a competitive benefit package to permanent full-time staff which includes the following:_
- _Extended Healthcare and Dental Benefits_
- _Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, with optional added levels of coverage_
- _Dependent Life (dependents/spouse covered at no additional cost)_
- _Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)_
- _Paid time off entitlements (sick time, vacation, wellness leave, family/personal leave)_

**Job Summary**:
The Clinical Counsellor provides evidenced informed individual and group psychotherapy for those living in the community with serious mental health issues. Therapeutic support includes assessment of assigned clients in association with the client, development, and implementation of a brief structured treatment plan. Treatment plans will address identified issues relating to emotional dysregulation and management, cognitive, and behavioural disturbances. All services are provided in accordance with the mission, vision values and established protocols of the Agency.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Master’s degree in clinical or Counselling Psychology; Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
- Unrestricted Registration with the relevant college related to the master’s degree and controlled act of Psychotherapy.
- Minimum two years post-graduate experience working with individuals with serious mental health issues providing direct therapeutic intervention.
- Expertise in group counselling.
- Knowledgeable in trauma informed therapies, and working from a client-centred focus.
- Experience working with at least one of the following therapeutic modalities: CBT, DBT, Narrative.
- Certification in First Aid and CPR an asset.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
- Experience working effectively within an inter-professional team.
- French Language proficiency considered an asset.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:

- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of addictions and mental health symptoms and issues, along with evidence-based treatment, including psychotropic medications and associated side effects
- Knowledge of and ability to incorporate best practices in community support for individuals living with an addiction and/or mental health issue
- Assessment and crisis intervention skills with broad knowledge of crisis stabilization
- Advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
- Ability to effectively utilize community resources and supports to meet the needs of individuals
- Ability to work under pressure within a changing environment
- Working knowledge of the Health Care Consent Act, Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, and other relevant legislation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage community services and individuals, increasing awareness of services
- Well-developed problem-solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills
- Basic proficiency in computer skills; MS Office required
- Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License and have regular access to a reliable vehicle and provide proof of $2,000,000 vehicle insurance. Incumbent may be required to transport clients.
- Required to provide a satisfactory criminal reference check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to hire.
- Please submit a resume and cover letter as one document only quoting _**Competition Number 2023-068.**_
- We are committed to accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources to discuss your individual accessibility needs._

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $33.25-$38.60 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Please Note: AMHS-KFLA has a vaccination policy which requires proof of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved for use in Canada or proof of medical exemption, consistent with the criteria outlined in the policy prior to their employment.

Work Location: In person