Addictions Counsellor II

Canadian-Addiction-Treatment-Centres; Bala; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted GoodLife Fitness

Paid time off

Wellness days

Job summary

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) is seeking an experienced Addictions Counsellor for our inpatient treatment team. The role involves facilitating individual and group counselling sessions, responding to client needs, and working under pressure in crisis situations.

The position requires a college diploma in addictions/mental health with an ICADC certificate; inpatient experience is an asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: college diploma specific to addictions and mental health training and an addiction counselling certificate (e.g., ICADC).
• University degree in social work or psychology is an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR training certificate.

Responsibilities

• Communicate empathically and support clients while on shift.
• Provide client intake assistance and crisis management.
• Lead or co-lead psychoeducation and skill-building groups.
• Document observations and interactions accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and attend meetings.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Counselling

Independent work

Reporting accuracy

Education

Addictions & mental health college diploma

Addictions counselling certificate (ICADC)

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Suicide Prevention training

Job description

Line of Business : Inpatient, GreeneStone Centre for Recovery

Position Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Vacancy Status: This Posting is for a New Role

Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 Per Hour

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT CATC:

AS A MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE TEAM - TOGETHER, WE:

C ompassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help

A ccountability – we take responsibility for outcomes

R espect – we work well with others

E xcellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter

• Wellness: Group Benefits Plan for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement.
• Career Development: Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System.
• Preparation for the Future : Retirement Savings Plan(RRSP/DPSP).
• Employee Recognition : Service Recognition Program.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Addictions Counsellor to join our in-patient treatment team. This position will support clients and our clinical team by facilitating individual and group counselling sessions while responding to individual client needs while on‑shift.This position is required to work in a stressful environment often dealing with clients in crisis situations, therefore the ability to function independently and frequently under pressure while managing multiple duties, including emergency situations, is an expectation of this job.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE:

• Minimum education: college diploma specific to addictions and mental health training and an addiction counselling certificate (e.g., ICADC from CACCF).
• University degree in social work or psychology is an asset.
• Knowledge of social work, psychology, and addiction counselling best practices and a proven ability to work in an intensive, inpatient treatment environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as an addiction’s counsellor.
• Inpatient experience is an asset
• Current First Aid and CPR training certificate.
• Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention training is an asset.
• Able to work independently and provide detailed and accurate daily reports.
• A people person with great problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking skills.
• Maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities by keeping up to date regarding professional standards through reviewing current literature, attending workshops/seminars and networking with colleagues.

YOUR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to communicate in an empathic, compassionate, supportive, and skilled manner with clients while on shift.
• Provide assistance and support to residence activities and functions of day‑to‑day centre operations.
• Assist with client intake process.
• Provide counselling and conduct crisis management, and interventions as needed.
• Lead/co‑lead psychoeducational and skill building groups for clients.
• Promote continual community building and the application of recovery‑based skills.
• Monitor client behaviours and interactions while on shift, documenting observations and interactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Report to the Program Manager and work alongside an interdisciplinary services team.
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary team meetings and ensure effective communication between/across shifts in support of individual client needs
• Participate in team building and service development.
• Ability to complete tasks independently

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.

CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment‑free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence‑based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.

Our outpatient clinics provide walk‑in support in person or virtually to enable community‑based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap‑around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.

Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long‑term recovery through accredited, evidence‑based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.

Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information!

Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As part of our commitment to transparency and efficiency, we would like to inform you that we utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening and evaluation of applications.