Addiction Crisis Counselor: Detox & Recovery

William-Osler-Health-System-8; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

William Osler Health System in Brampton is seeking a casual Detox/Withdrawal role within the Detox Centre. You will screen, assess, intervene in crises, plan treatments, counsel clients and assist with discharge planning in a fast-paced health-care setting.

The position requires experience in addiction services, a health/social services diploma, CPR/First Aid, non-violent crisis intervention, and strong interpersonal and computer skills; travel between Osler sites may be required, with rotating

Qualifications

• Three years experience in the addiction field.
• Two year community college diploma in health or social services with an addiction concentration.
• Combination of credentials and relevant experience considered.
• Screening and assessment skills for non-medical withdrawal services.
• Knowledge of withdrawal effects from alcohol and other substances.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Current non-violent crisis intervention training.
• Knowledge of Ontario substance abuse treatment system.
• Ability to travel between Osler sites.

Responsibilities

• Patient screening, intake/observation, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment planning, counseling, discharge planning, consultation and education.
• Preparation of meals.
• Attending monthly staff meetings.
• Other facility-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Screening & assessment

Crisis intervention

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Attendance & punctuality

Education

Two-year diploma in health or social services (addiction)

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Non-violent crisis intervention training

Job description

William Osler Health System in Brampton is seeking a casual Detox/Withdrawal role within the Detox Centre. You will screen, assess, intervene in crises, plan treatments, counsel clients and assist with discharge planning in a fast-paced health-care setting.

The position requires experience in addiction services, a health/social services diploma, CPR/First Aid, non-violent crisis intervention, and strong interpersonal and computer skills; travel between Osler sites may be required, with rotating