Mental Health Addictions Counsellor

TERM FULL-TIME POSITION (TWO YEARS) IN NORTH VANCOUVER (Onsite)

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

Are you a passionate mental health professional who thrives in a culturally grounded, holistic approach to care? Squamish Nation's Yúustway Health & Wellness Division is looking for a Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor to support individuals and families on their healing journeys. This role is rooted in Indigenous Cultural Safety and community-based wellness, offering an opportunity to work in alignment with Squamish values while promoting hope, recovery, and empowerment.

• Provide compassionate, culturally safe counselling and support services for individuals living with mental health and/or substance use challenges.
• Conduct client assessments, develop treatment plans, and implement recovery-oriented interventions.
• Facilitate crisis intervention, case management, education, and referral services tailored to community needs.
• Engage with clients and families using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.
• Support harm reduction, overdose prevention, and safer substance use strategies that align with Squamish community values.
• Collaborate with a holistic care team including Elders, Counsellors, Social Workers, and external partners.
• Contribute to community events, education initiatives, and health promotion programs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation through electronic medical records and reporting systems.
• Support program development through community needs assessments and continuous improvement feedback.
• Participate in committees, professional development, and organizational initiatives.

• A combination of education and experience in mental health, social work, addictions counselling, psychology, or a related field.
• Knowledge and experience working with First Nations communities, with a commitment to Indigenous Cultural Safety in practice.
• Strong counselling, case management, and crisis intervention skills.
• Understanding of concurrent disorders, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and recovery principles.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High emotional intelligence, cultural humility, and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients and families.
• Flexibility, creativity, and a holistic perspective in supporting wellness and healing.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in the field of mental health and addictions.
• Cultural awareness and deep respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw values, language, and traditions.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• A valid BC Driver's License Class 4 or 5 Class

• Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw'úḵw'ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw'is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $62,500 - $87,500

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose

*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*