Addictions Counsellor

Renfrew Victoria Hospital; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Onsite gym 24/7

Staff recognition and wellness

Job summary

Renfrew Victoria Hospital is seeking a temporary full-time Addictions Treatment Service (ATS) Addictions Counsellor for the Mesa Hart Hub in Pembroke. The role focuses on concurrent disorders, client assessments, counselling, and referrals, with on-site responsibilities.

The position is on-site in Pembroke, with a pay grid of $36.20 - $44.00 per hour. Contract until March 2028, reporting to the ATS Director. Eligible for HOOPP pension and wellness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or two-year college diploma in a mental health/addictions or social services program.
• Registered with a college or CACCF certified, or working towards certification.
• Thorough knowledge of substance use disorder treatment.
• Evidence of client-directed service delivery.
• Strong interviewing and counselling skills.
• Driver’s license or access to transportation.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• Criminal Records Check within six months is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conducts client services at the Mesa Hart Hub, Pembroke location.
• Performs addiction-specific assessments and documents results.
• Provides intake and assessment to family members as required.
• Counsels clients and refers to appropriate community resources and treatment options.
• Monitors progress and supports clients on treatment plans.

Skills

Counselling skills

Interviewing skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Independence

Bilingualism

Driver’s license

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services

Two-year college diploma in mental health/addictions/social services

Job description

Addictions Treatment Services - Addictions Counsellor

Temporary Full Time (until March 2028)

Date: October 2026

Posting: 26-125

The Renfrew Victoria Hospital (RVH) is a 55-bed, fully accredited facility located just 45 minutes west of Ottawa, serving a catchment area of over 60,000. Part of the Renfrew and Area Health Village, RVH provides medical, surgical and complex continuing care as well as extensive ambulatory care with over 30,000 emergency and clinic visits per year. We also support our communities outside the hospital, throughout Renfrew County, via a number of different programs, including our Addictions Treatment Service (ATS) which offers confidential assistance to individuals 12 years of age or older who are personally experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs or gambling.

We are people who provide excellent care for patients and their families, who support each other and our teams, keep each other safe, and are committed to our reputation as a model of excellence in health care. We are very proud of our high retention of staff and are continuously grateful for the amazing support of our community. In this role you will enjoy perks like HOOPP pension, an onsite modern gym open 24/7, and outstanding staff recognition, appreciation and wellness activities.

Come join us! We are hiring a temporary full-time Addictions Treatment Service (ATS) Addictions Counsellor to work in a Concurrent Disorders position on-site at the Mesa Hart Hub in Pembroke. The Renfrew County Mesa Hart Hub is a low barrier centre offering temporary shelter and connection to services for people who are actively homeless. It serves as a triage point for accessing supportive housing options, health and financial supports.

Pay Grid: $36.20 - $44.00 /hour

Reporting to the Director, Addictions Treatment Service, the Addiction Counsellor conducts client assessments, counsels clients and refers to appropriate agencies for follow-up and performs other related duties. This is a contract position located on-site at the Mesa Hart Hub, expected to last until March 2028.

This is an in-person (on site) position located in Pembroke.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Conducts client services at the Mesa Hart Hub, Pembroke office location.
• Conducts addiction specific assessments.
• Completes all assessment documentation.
• Negotiates signed, informed consent for release of information from clients.
• Provides intake and assessment to family members as required.
• Counsels and educates clients; identifies appropriate community resources to assist clients in meeting established goals.
• Refers clients to treatment program, social service agencies etc. by contacting program/resources and making arrangements for clients to enter treatment/counselling; refers family members to community resources.
• Monitors clients progress on their treatment plans and provides support/counselling to clients as needed.
• Refers appropriately to crisis services when required.
• Engages in case consultation with other Health Care providers.
• Completes Ministry of Health client statistics forms and all other related forms as required.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of clients.
• Participates in regular meetings and sub-committee work.
• Provides consultation by telephone and/or in person.
• Performs speaking engagements and promotes the service throughout Renfrew County.
• Attends training programs for ongoing skill training and development.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Completed bachelor’s degree in social services and/or 2 year College Diploma in a mental health, addictions or social services worker program with two years relevant work experience.
• Registered with a college or CACCF certified, or working towards certification.
• Thorough knowledge of the treatment of substance use disorders.
• Evidence of client directed practice of service delivery.
• Strong interviewing and counselling skills
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and/or access to personal transportation
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Bilingualism an asset.
• Criminal Records Check completed within six months mandatory.

Everyone is Welcome

RVH is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources at [phone].