Addictions Counsellor I

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services; Corner Brook; In loco; CAD 56.000 - 68.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services in Corner Brook is seeking an Addictions Counsellor I to join the Western Zone FACT Team. This permanent full-time role engages in mobile, community-based services for individuals with complex mental health and substance use needs.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, support recovery planning, and coordinate with local services. The role requires strong communication, crisis intervention, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Competenze

• Master's Degree in Social Work preferred.
• Bachelor of Social Work, a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, or a Graduate Degree in a clinical discipline with addictions/mental health experience required.
• Candidates must be eligible for registration with their regulatory body.
• Personal vehicle and valid driver’s license required.

Mansioni

• Provide comprehensive client assessments and support in establishing personal recovery plans and goals.
• Educate and engage clients to manage risk factors related to substance use; link clients with treatment services; advocate on their behalf.
• Provide after-hours support in conjunction with the FACT team and work independently with community stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Assessment skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Formazione

MSW Preferred

BSW Required

MS/Clinical Psychology

Descrizione del lavoro

Zone: Western Zone
Location: MONHALL - Monaghan Hall
Addictions Counsellor I
Western Zone - HCS ACTreatment Team
Permanent Full-time
NAPE HP
85000POS

Hours

75 (12 hours, 8 hours, Rotating, Shift Work; Days, Evenings, On-Call, Standby, Weekends)

0830-1630, 0830-2030 and 1200-2000 Hours, Monday to Sunday; Flexible work hours required.

Salary

CGCH39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)

Demands, duties, qualifications

Duties:
The Addictions Counsellor is an integral member of the Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Team (FACT) that provides intensive mobile services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and concurrent related complexities of mental health issues/disorders. With team members and the client, this position is responsible for providing comprehensive client assessments and support to individuals in establishing personal recovery plans as well as short and long-term goals. The incumbent will educate and engage clients to manage risk factors associated with substance use, link clients with substance use treatment services, advocate on behalf of clients, and provide after-hours support in conjunction with the FACT team. The successful applicant will consult and work in partnership with local service providers and community agencies in the provision of service to clients of the FACT team. This work is performed independently with strong links to community stakeholders and other staff within the FACT team.

While the primary function of this position is to support operations of the FACT Team in Corner Brook and Bay of Islands, the Addictions Counsellor I may be involved in assessment, treatment, follow up and support of individuals with mental health and addictions needs throughout various mental health and addictions programs and services.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must demonstrate proven ability in the areas of assessment, crisis intervention, treatment plan development, problem-solving, follow-up, and community development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment in the community. The required knowledge and abilities for the Addictions Counsellor I position are typically acquired through progressively responsible experience in individual, group, and family counseling in the fields of addictions and mental health.

A Master's Degree in Social Work is preferred. A Bachelor of Social Work, a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, or a Graduate Degree in a clinical discipline, along with experience in addictions or mental health setting, is required.

Candidates must be eligible for registration with their respective regulatory body.

The use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license is a condition of employment.

A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.