Addictions Counsellor - Flexible, Hybrid Day Treatment

House of Friendship of Kitchener; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Employee and Family Assistance

8% pay in lieu of benefits

Group RRSP/TFSA

Job summary

House of Friendship in Waterloo Region is seeking an Addictions Counsellor to support Day Treatment, providing group treatment for adults and delivering services both in-person and virtually.

The successful candidate will facilitate treatment groups, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining documentation and confidentiality. Travel within the region is required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Counselling, Social Work or related field.

Responsibilities

• Administer substance use assessments and screenings, intake, discharge and referrals.

Skills

Assessment

Counselling

Documentation

Group facilitation

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Travel

Professional development

Education

University Degree in Counselling or Social Work

Professional registration with OCSWSSW or CRPO

Minimum 1 year counselling/addiction experience

Job description

House of Friendship in Waterloo Region is seeking an Addictions Counsellor to support Day Treatment, providing group treatment for adults and delivering services both in-person and virtually.

The successful candidate will facilitate treatment groups, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining documentation and confidentiality. Travel within the region is required.