Addictions Counsellor, Concurrent Disorders

5 months ago

Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in.

**POSITION**: Concurrent Disorders Counsellor

**LOCATION**: This position is part of the ADAPT hybrid model of operation and is a combination of remote work and in-office (Burlington ON)/ community/ clients' homes work

**This position will be classified as a permanent 1.0FTE**

**WHAT'S THERE FOR YOU?**

You will work with a fun, cooperative and diverse team. This group will provide you many opportunities to learn from other professions and enhance your skills and abilities when providing services to your clients. It's an extremely interesting and unique role, with excellent work-life balance.

**SUMMARY**:
Delivers clinical counselling services to clients with concurrent disorders by providing clinical assessments and developing and implementing clinically sound treatment plans; maintains client records according to guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC); provides statistical and anecdotal input for the evaluation of ADAPT programs as required; represents ADAPT with community groups, as requested.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- assesses client needs through the use of diagnostic tools and structured interviews
- in consultation with the Client, develops an individual Treatment Plan for the Client
- provides individual and/or group counselling to address the Clients’ needs
- provides counselling to loved ones of individuals living with a concurrent disorder
- conducts group sessions as required
- refers Clients to other appropriate support services and agencies according to the Clients’ needs
- conducts appropriate case management services with respect to the Client’s treatment plan
- participates in the harm reduction supplies distribution program according to ADAPT’s policies
- provides consultative services to community agencies, professionals or individuals as required
- maintains accurate and complete clinical records and service tracking data according to guidelines established by ADAPT, the MOHLTC and/or the funding agency
- assists in the promotion of ADAPT and its programs to other agencies and the general public
- participates in meetings as required
- provides input into the operational and strategic planning related to ADAPT programs as required
- assists in maintaining a high level of open and effective communications within the organization
- provides other services according to the conditions of program funding
- participates in committees as required
- participates in community education and public awareness initiatives as required
- may provide services to Probation & Parole clients (Refer to the position description for Probation & Parole Counsellor.)
- participates in supervision and performance evaluations and supervision sessions as required;
- participates in professional development activities as required;
**EDUCATION**
- College diploma/ university degree in health or social sciences;
- Addictions and Mental Health/ Concurrent Disorders post-graduate diploma is an asset equivalent combination of experience and education

**LICENSES, CERTIFICATION AND CREDENTIALS**
- Registered Social Service Worker is an asset;
- GAINS certification is an asset;
- Non-violent crisis intervention, First Aid, CPR and ASIST certifications are assets;
**RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE**
- 3-5 years counselling experience in addictions/ concurrent disorders or a related field
- Experience in supervision or management of staff an asset;
- Experience in: individual, family, and group therapy, community development and networking, record keeping and file management, basic life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work, managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change;
**REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Broad knowledge of addictions treatments and explanatory theories, mental illness, and community resources
- Basic life skills counselling, supportive counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and group work
- Managing clients with complex needs in varying stages of change
- Strong communication and active listening is required
- Ability to effectively present complex clinical information in writing and verbally
- Ability to read and understand documentation such as operating instructions, procedures manuals and complex clinical reports
- Ability to: function independently, maintain effective working relationships with others, work effectively under pressure or deadlines and work outside regular office hours as required, use good judgement to make sound decisions
- Interpersonal skills that require an attention to detail and rapport building with clients
- Experienced sense and awareness of ethical boundaries and clinical reporting obligations
- Ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services
- Cultural knowledge of key popula

  • Addictions Counsellor

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ **POSITION**: Case Manager, Community Withdrawals **LOCATION**:Halton Region - **This position will be classified as a 1.0FTE**_ - **WHAT'S THERE FOR YOU?**_ - You will work with a fun,...

  • Addictions Counsellor, Youth Problem Gambling and

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ - **POSITION: Youth Problem Gambling and Behavioural Addictions Counsellor**_ - **LOCATION**:_This position is part of the ADAPT hybrid model of operations and is a combination of remote work and...

  • Adult Addictions Counsellor

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ - **POSITION: Adult Addictions Counsellor**_ - **REPORTS TO**:_ _Adult Clinical Supervisor/ Adult Addictions Manager_ - **LOCATION**:_ _This position is part of the ADAPT hybrid model of...

  • Adult Addictions Counsellor

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ - **POSITION: Adult Addictions Counsellor**_ - **REPORTS TO**:_ _Adult Clinical Supervisor/ Adult Addictions Manager_ - **LOCATION**:_ _This position is part of the ADAPT hybrid model of...

  • Case Manager

    2 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ **POSITION**:Addictions Supportive Housing (ASH) Intensive Addictions Case Manager **LOCATION**: remote and in person (community/ client homes and ADAPT offices) - **This position will be...

  • Psychotherapist/mental Health Counsellor

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada Burlington Family Health Team Full time

    **Position: Psychotherapist/Mental Health Counsellor** Full Time contract position Reports to: Executive Director The Burlington Family Health Team is looking for a Psychotherapist/Mental Health Counsellor to join an innovative, community-based primary care health team. Our psychotherapy program to provides timely, evidence-based group and individual...

  • Information and Referral Specialist

    5 months ago

    Burlington, Canada ADAPT Full time

    _Become part of the ADAPT team; the team that makes a difference, supports its employees in their career development and creates a positive environment to work in_ **POSITION**: Information & Referral Specialist-Clinical Intake **LOCATION**:TBD (one of ADAPT locations) - **This position will be classified as a permanent 1.0FTE**_ - **WHAT'S THERE FOR...

  • Counsellor

    3 months ago

    Burlington, Canada Canoe Therapy Full time

    **We’re looking for a Registered Social Worker or Psychotherapist to join the team to work with our under 8 year old population!** Canoe Therapy is an interdisciplinary pediatric therapy team of Speech-Language Pathology, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Behavioural Therapy. We take a holistic approach, considering the child and family...

  • Mental Health Worker

    2 months ago

    Burlington, Canada St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton Full time

    **Position Details**: **Posting #**: 29086 **Department**:Halton Geriatric Outreach Program **Employee Type**:Temporary, Part Time **If Temporary, Number of Weeks**:78 **Union**:OPSEU **Openings Remaining**:1 **Schedule**: **Work Days**: Monday to Friday **Time of Day**: Days **Shift**: 7.5 hour **This position may be scheduled at any of the following...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    We are seeking a Part-Time Healthcare Support Worker to join our team at Thrive Group Canada. This role is responsible for providing non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as independently as possible.This position involves assisting residents with personal care,...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    We are seeking a Part-Time Healthcare Support Worker to join our team at Thrive Group Canada. This role is responsible for providing non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as independently as possible.This position involves assisting residents with personal care,...

  • Health Care Aide

    2 months ago

    Burlington, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    We are currently hiring a **Part-Time Health Care Aide **to join our team at our **Bethany Residence **program in Burlington. This position is responsible for providing non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as independently as possible. Duties include assisting...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    We are seeking a Part-Time Healthcare Support Worker to join our team at our Bethany Residence program in Burlington.This position is responsible for providing non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as independently as possible.Duties include assisting residents with...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    We are seeking a Part-Time Healthcare Support Worker to join our team at our Bethany Residence program in Burlington. This position is responsible for providing non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as independently as possible. Duties include assisting residents...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    Job Title: Part-Time Health Care AideWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-Time Health Care Aide to join our team at Bethany Residence in Burlington. As a key member of our care team, you will provide non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry, and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as...

  • Healthcare Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Burlington, Ontario, Canada Thrive Group Canada Full time

    Job Title: Part-Time Health Care AideWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-Time Health Care Aide to join our team at Bethany Residence in Burlington. As a key member of our care team, you will provide non-medical support services, life-skills, mental health support, laundry, and light housekeeping duties to enable residents to live as...