Mental Health Counsellor

3 weeks ago


Kingston, Canada Kingston Community Health Centres Full time

**Title**

**Mental Health Counsellor**

Location

Napanee

Reports to

Director, Community Services and Partnerships

Position Type

Permanent, 1.0 FTE (35 hours/week)

Start Date

Immediately

Salary

$34.25 - $40.29 per hour

**Position Summary**:
Under the direction of the Director, Regional Services and Partnerships and the Inter-Professional Care Team (IPCT) Implementation Committee, the Mental Health Counsellor will be a part of the Rural Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Allied Health Program (RFL&A AHP) serving primary care practices within the sub-region of Rural Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (RFLA).

As a member of the RFL&A Allied Health Team, the Mental Health Counsellor will support clients and address issues in the community that affect mental health through individual and group counseling, case management, and case conferencing. The Mental Health Counsellor will participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services for clients. Services will be delivered, virtually, in offices and, where necessary client’s homes, throughout the RFLA. The Mental Health Counsellor will perform needs and risk assessments taking into consideration family dynamics, the impact of trauma, social work theories and best practices. The Mental Health Counsellor will work with the RFL&A AHP, the Physicians and regional stakeholders to ensure that services do not duplicate existing services and that the services provided are refined and improved over time.

**Application Instructions**:

- Please include a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experiences correspond with the specific job qualifications along with your resume.
- Save all documents as a single PDF file using your own name (Last, First).
- Applications must be received by Human Resources by** April 28, 2023.**

**Qualifications**:
**Basic Education and Experience Requirements**
- Masters of Social Work or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy with experience in Psychotherapy or relevant Masters from a recognized university.
- A good standing, active registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- At least three years recent experience in the health/social services field and community-based service delivery and demonstrated ability to exercise individual professional judgment.
- Demonstrated experience with brief solution focused counselling and single session therapy.
- Experience working in rural areas, with Indigenous health issues, and seniors are assets.
- Experience working with clients with a history of trauma preferred.
- Experience with cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness preferred.

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
- Demonstrated ability to work with clients on an individual, couple, family and/ or group settings.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to being a “team player” within an interdisciplinary collaborative health care team setting.
- Strong organizational skills and good attention to detail.

**Additional Requirements**: Other Requirements - Valid Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract and proof of vehicle liability insurance as this is a requirement under KCHC’s insurance provider (HIROC) - Access to a vehicle as this position requires travel to various locations within the Lennox and Addington area - Proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination or medical exemption - French language is an asset - Ability to work outside normal business hours if required - Current and satisfactory Criminal and Vulnerable Persons Check Additional Information: - Variety or work (e.g. counselling, groups, community) - Supervision included - Supportive and flexible atmosphere - Flexible working hours



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