Mental Health and Substance Use Counsellor

1 day ago

Victoria, Canada VICTORIA NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CENTRE Full time

**Victoria Native Friendship Centre**
Internal/External Employment Opportunity - 1 FTE

**VNFC Substance Use Counsellor**

"Our team includes people of all Indigenous identities, some who are close to their communities and others who are on a path to learn more about their heritage.” **Indigenous applicants preferred. Please self-identify in your cover letter**.

Under the supervision of the Health Team Programs Coordinator, the **VNFC Substance Use Counsellor **will provide counselling and support to individuals requiring assistance dealing with substance use problems. Also carries out a variety of duties and activities related to this position.

**DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES**:including but not limited to, others may be assigned
- One on one counseling for substance use issues and ongoing support in all stages of change
- Coordination and facilitation of Wellness and Recovery Support groups
- Utilizes traditional Indigenous helping and healing practices where appropriate
- Makes appropriate referrals to treatment centers and services and provides follow-up support
- Participates in case consultations and other consultations with co-workers and colleagues
- Maintains accurate case management, file recording and monthly reporting systems
- Attends relevant professional training and meetings when directed
- Participates in staff development, staff meetings and department meetings as required
- Connects and collaborates with appropriate referral sources
- Develops and carries out appropriate service plan from a client centered approach
- Monitors progress of clients counseling and makes changes to service plan when needed
- Works collaboratively with professionals and identified support systems involved with clients
- Provide relevant information about substance use issues

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:

- Experience working with Indigenous Community, awareness of First Nations cultures and issues affecting First Nations

Community
- Familiar with program planning, development and evaluation
- Awareness of the dynamics of active and ongoing substance use, sexual abuse, family violence (incl. child abuse & neglect), grief, suicide, depression, healing and recovery
- A sound knowledge of the local Indigenous and mainstream community and services/resources
- Proven capacity to work effectively with individuals living with complex mental health and addiction issues
- Ability to work independently and be part of an integrated community team and in partnership with a variety of agencies
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to multi-task while remaining composed and maintaining a professional attitude in high stress situations
- Demonstrated success in interventions, crises and outcomes
- Awareness in the value of harm reduction practices
- Knowledge of ethics and boundaries
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel, and Outlook a requirement
- Ability to read and write various correspondences such as but not limited to case notes, letters, memos, etc.
- Due to physical requirements of the work, the incumbent must spend a major portion of the work day standing, walking, and/or sitting as well as possible bending and stretching
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Social Work, Counselling, or Addictions Worker; and/or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant experience working with Indigenous communities and/or non-profit organizations.

**SALARY**:Wage $28 - $30 per hour (BCGEU301)

**HOURS**:35 hours/week (1 FTE) schedule set to meet program needs, programming evening hours may be required.

**COMMENCES**:ASAP

**Salary**: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

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