Addiction & Mental Health Counsellor / Social Worker

2 weeks ago

St Catharines, Canada Twelve Mile Recovery Full time

**Position Overview**:
Seeking a compassionate, professional, and experienced Addiction Counsellor to join our dedicated team. You will provide trauma-informed, evidence-based counselling services to clients recovering from substance use disorders, supporting them through our residential program.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage a caseload of 5-6 clients.
- Conduct individual counselling sessions using motivational interviewing, CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed practices.
- Lead group sessions, workshops, and educational groups covering addiction, relapse prevention, coping skills, trauma, and emotional regulation.
- Collaborate with staff to create individualized treatment and recovery plans.
- Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries clearly and in compliance with CARF standards.
- Monitor clients' mental health, physical wellness, and overall progress, coordinating additional supports as needed.
- Facilitate family sessions and communication when appropriate to enhance the client's support network.
- Actively participate in case consultations, interdisciplinary meetings, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

**Qualifications**:

- Diploma, degree or certificate in Addictions & Mental Health, Counselling, Social Work, Social Service Work, or Human Services related field. Registration with CACCF, or OCSWSSW registration preferred.
- 2 + Years of experience of field experience
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, concurrent disorders, addiction, and relapse prevention strategies.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to ethical, confidential, and culturally sensitive practice.

**Preferred Experience**:

- Open to holistic, non-12 Step recovery approaches.
- Familiarity with virtual counselling platforms and telehealth practices, or willing to learn.
- Lived experience or a deep understanding of addiction recovery.

**Working Conditions**:

- Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
- Collaborative, supportive team environment.
- On-site in St. Catharines, Ontario

**Compensation**:

- $28-$38/hr
- Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training.
- Wellness spending account
- Training and education spending account

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Driving Licence and Vehicle? (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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