Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor

3 months ago


Calgary, Canada YW Calgary Full time

Join YW Calgary as a Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor supporting the women in our Transitional Housing program. This role delivers crisis intervention and counselling to the women in our program. You will also deliver therapeutic and prevention groups based on evidence-based practices. This role focuses on addressing addictions and mental health issues to empower individuals to overcome challenges and achieve stability. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and supporting women through their transitional journey, we encourage you to apply.

**This is a permanent position offering 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE) onsite at our Inglewood location, Tuesday to Friday. In addition to the 0.8 FTE, this role includes the opportunity for hourly onsite and virtual work as a Group Facilitator.**

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community
- Flexible schedules and hybrid work arrangements where possible to help our employees manage work and life
- A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development
- Comprehensive benefits, onsite fitness, and childcare facilities

**WHAT YOU’LL DO**
- Provide regular supportive one-on-one counselling sessions for women in the Transitional Housing Program, addressing their diverse needs across all areas of mental health and addiction
- Utilize therapeutic techniques to help women identify and process emotions, develop coping strategies, and work towards individualized goals
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to assess progress and ensure a cohesive approach to care
- Plan and lead group therapy sessions tailored for women, fostering a safe and supportive environment for open discussion
- Design group activities that promote skill development, peer support and community building among participants
- Provide immediate support and intervention to women in crisis, utilizing de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed principles and safety planning
- Maintain and ensure compliance of accurate and confidential records for each woman, documenting progress, treatment interventions and communication with other team members as per policies and regulatory standards
- Facilitate both preventative and treatment group programs that are aligned with the YW Practice Framework
- Develop and evaluate treatment plans and therapeutic progress
- Work collaboratively with service providers and be aware of new and existing resources in the community in Calgary in order to support client goals

**WHAT YOU'LL BRING**:

- A clear Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, and an Intervention Record Check
- Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field, with registration under the Health Professions Act
- Knowledge of addiction, domestic violence, trauma and mental health
- Experience with interventions such as CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and mind/body therapies
- Ability to communicate, engage, and build therapeutic relationships with complex clients; commitment to empowering women using a strengths-based approach preferred
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) and CPR/First Aid Certification
- Competency in working with diverse populations (cultural diversity, marginalized groups, various ages and abilities, socio-economic backgrounds, LGBTQ2S+ community, trauma)
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary organization

**If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.**
**Deadline: October 25, 2024**
- YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin._

**Experience**: Preferred
- 2 - 3 years: working in a clinical counselling setting

**Education**: Required
- Master's degree or better in Social Work or related field

**Licenses & Certifications**: Required
- Registered Social Worker



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