Treatment Intake Counsellor

3 months ago


Vancouver, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

The Intake Counsellor interviews and screens potential clients, determines client suitability and undertakes intake functions.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Takes responsibility for routine intake processes and decisions, by following standard procedures and policy
- Coordinates intake with the counselling team; attends case management meetings to report on new intakes
- Liaises with referral sources and other external agencies as needed
- Works with, and fosters positive relations with, government and community funders to ensure funding is in place
- Conducts comprehensive program orientation for all clients/residents
- Maintains statistical information for the Treatment Program
- Facilitates the transition of clients from pre-treatment to treatment
- Liaises with pharmacy and ordering of client medications as needed
- Maintains records of client medications
- Dispenses medication to Harbour Light clients as necessary
- Completes discharge reports and coordinates client room maintenance
- Works closely with practicum students and volunteers
- Other duties as set out in the Job Description

**Temporary Full-time,**

Monday to Friday, 7AM-3PM, 37.5 hrs /wk

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education/Certifications**:

- Minimum two years of community college in a related field

**Experience**:

- Willingness to adhere to the Mission and values of The Salvation Army.
- One year of related experience in social services
- Ability to conduct group discussions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, organization and administration skills, with strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to work in a drug and alcohol free environment with zero tolerance policy.
- Criminal Records Review Act clearance to work with vulnerable adults
- Qualify for and be willing to obtain enhanced security clearance.

**Required Skills/Knowledge**:

- A working knowledge of substance addictions, homelessness and poverty issues and practical knowledge of life skills.

**PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES**:

- Background check consent.
- A clear vulnerable sector screening.
- A clean drivers abstract.
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

Published

October 17, 2024

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job Type

Temporary

Competition #

24-070

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Vancouver Harbour Light

Salary Range:
$28.8417-$36.1034/hr probationary rate, per collective agreement for Counsellor 1, 2, or 3 rate, dependent on education/certification

Address:
119 East Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC V6A 1K8

Posting Expires:
Open until filled

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