Addictions Counsellor I

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services; Clarenville; Sur place; CAD 56 000 - 69 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services seeks an Addictions Counsellor I to join the Mental Health and Addictions flexible ACT Team. The role includes assessment, individual and group counselling, and inpatient referrals within a case management framework.

The position supports collaboration with the Case Management Team and Clinical Supervisor under the FACT model. Responsibilities include managing an active caseload, delivering education, and providing services to individuals and/or families

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or a related Graduated Degree in a clinical discipline as determined by the employer is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience within the last five (5) in an addiction setting, with a focus in individual, family and group counselling is required.
• Current registration with your professional association is required.
• Knowledge of best practices, programs, services, and community resources.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with co-workers, patients, and their families in a one to one and/or group environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• The use of a private vehicle and ability to work flexible hours are conditions of employment.
• A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

Responsabilités

• Apply advanced clinical knowledge in assessment and treatment for referred clients within Case Management Services.
• Provide individual and group counselling and facilitate referrals to inpatient treatment.
• Collaborate with the Case Management Team and ACT Team to educate and support best practices.
• Deliver education and in-service sessions on concurrent disorders treatment within the FACT Team model.

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or related Graduated Degree

Description du poste

Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location: Multi-Site (Primary Site: Clarenville Coish Place)

Addictions Counsellor I

Mental Health and Addictions- Flexible Act (FACT) Team

Temporary, Full-time (Until September 24, 2028 with the possibility of extension)

NAPE HP 21110RP1

Hours

Your hours of work will follow the flexible work schedule in accordance with Article 19.01(a) of the NAPE-HP Collective Agreement, based on 150 hours within a designated 4-week period (by mutual agreement).

Salary

CG-39 (CAD 40.88 - CAD 49.71 per hour which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable)

Competition Number

VAC0030389

Posted Date

2026-10-21

Closing Date

Open until filled.

Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to apply advanced clinical knowledge and skills in the treatment of referred clients for Case Management Services. The Addictions Counsellor I works in collaboration with the Case Management Team.

This position works with considerable independence and carries an active caseload and other duties as assigned in the Case Management Program. This position practices using the FACT Team model of Case Management and receives support on the model from the Clinical Supervisor in Case Management.

The Addiction's Counsellor I is a specialized clinical position that provides addictions treatment services to individuals and/or family members. The position is responsible for assessment and treatment including individual and group counselling as well as referral to inpatient treatment. This position will work with other FACT team members in providing education and in-service in best practice approaches. Treatment would be fully integrated, with a strong focus on concurrent disorders treatment.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limed to):

• Occasionally lifts objects less than 10 lbs. and rearranges furniture between 10-25 lbs. for group meetings, workshops, or presentations.
• Occasionally conducts counselling sessions and is required to sit for long periods with limited opportunity to move about.
• Fine finger/precision work is required on a regular basis. A high level of attentiveness and vigilance is also required when working alone and during counselling sessions to ensure safety or to detect impending danger to self and client. Regularly exposed to time pressures; occasionally exposed to interruptions due to crisis situations.

Job Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, or a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or a related Graduated Degree in a clinical discipline as determined by the employer is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience within the last five (5) in an addiction setting, with a focus in individual, family and group counselling is required.
• Current registration with your professional association is required.
• Knowledge of best practices, programs, services, and community resources.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with co-workers, patients, and their families in a one to one and/or group environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• The use of a private vehicle and ability to work flexible hours are conditions of employment.
• A satisfactory record of work performance is required.