Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor

2 weeks ago

Kenora, Canada Kenora Chiefs Advisory Full time

**OGIMAAWABIITONG**

**Kenora Chiefs Advisory**

**Employment Opportunity**

**Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor**

Ogimaawabiitong is dedicated and committed to “Excellence in all that we do”. The ethics, along with the Seven Teachings, speak to how the organization operates: in relation to interaction amongst clients, staff, members and other stake holders. The Ogimaawabiitong code of ethics and teachings reflect in both decision-making and service delivery.

Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes people's lives? One that not only cares deeply about clients, but also values that its employees are its greatest Gifts

**Examples of Support**
- Unique health services organization
- Supportive management team and collaborative work environment
- Family Culture
- Innovative environment
- Enriched job fulfilment and
- We offer a competitive compensation package, and exceptional opportunities for career growth
- A retirement savings plan with company contributions

**Position Description**

Reporting to the Youth Wellness Hub Manager, the Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor will work as part of the Youth Wellness Team. This position will identify needs of young people experiencing mental health and substance use challenges and will work to address gaps, with an emphasis on increasing access to basic needs. As part of the Youth Wellness Team, the Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor will work with other service providers to reduce barriers and increase access to services.

Position Title: Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor

Department: Child & Youth Mental Health

Term: Full time, Permanent

Location: Youth Wellness Hub, 120 Main St., Kenora, Ontario

Reports to: Manager - Youth Wellness Hub

**Summary of Duties**
- Operate as a member of the Youth Wellness Team in Kenora; one of ten newly funded teams across Ontario, established to reduce barriers and improve access to youth mental health and substance use services
- Provide mental health/substance use counselling using evidence-based practices
- Implement group mental health & wellness programming
- Complete case notes in an electronic medical record
- Support drop-in services and events
- Utilise MyWellnessPassport system to review screeners and demographic information about youth accessing services
- Provide care coordination to ensure youth are effectively accessing the necessary supports and services
- Develop and coordinate wellness plans that encompass spiritual, mental, emotional and physical wellness
- Monitor clients’ progress, goals and needs, using a stepped care approach
- Provide crisis intervention and after-care
- Provide virtual and in-person service
- Carry and maintain a small caseload
- Complete TeleMental Health assessments, case conceptualization, and referrals. Support youth through these appointments and assist in implementing recommendations
- Engage with youth to ensure programs and services incorporate youth voice and are youth-based
- Support youth with miscellaneous needs at the Hub such as food preparation, activities, etc

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of social work, psychology, human services or related field
- Membership in good standing with a Professional College such as the OCSWSSW, CRPO, or COTO
- Minimum 1-year experience counselling and/or working with youth and families
- Interest in working with service providers across sectors including mental health, primary care, education and employment
- Motivated to improve and develop youth wellness services, with an eye for addressing gaps in services and understanding the needs of youth and families
- Excellent rapport and ability to work with youth
- Willingness/interest in being certified as an Addictions Specialist and other relevant certifications/trainings
- Ability to deal with crisis and post-crisis situations
- Excellent skills in the following areas: team work, computer, organization, networking, interpersonal, presentation and communication (written & oral)
- Knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and language, and experience working in First Nation communities is an asset
- Ability to demonstrate and work through a lens of sensitivity to diversity related to race, religion, culture, cognitive functioning, poverty, sexual orientation and gender identity
- Knowledge and understanding of harm reduction, and a desire to work from this framework

**Additional Requirements**
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search
- Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends

We're looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for

creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA. **Discover What’s Possible**

Please forward resume cover letter and 3 references **to**:
**Human Resource Department**

Kenora Chiefs Advisory

P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rdFloor

Kenora ON P9N 3X4

Fax: 807-467-2656

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