Concurrent Disorders Counsellor

The Salvation Army in Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in addiction services as a Concurrent Disorders Counsellor. You will provide vital counselling and support to adults in Ontario, utilizing trauma-informed practices and community resources. This role requires a strong background in mental health and a commitment to helping marginalized populations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in addiction/mental health with marginalized clients.
• Membership in CACCF and a professional college (e.g., Registered Social Worker).
• Training in First Aid/CPR and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with residents in addiction recovery or seeking outpatient treatment.
• Conduct effective one-on-one counselling and support groups.
• Maintain accurate client documentation and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Trauma-informed services

Client assessment

Crisis management

Community networking

Education

Undergraduate degree (e.g., BA, BSc, BSW)

Job description

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Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter. We also support people experiencing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs, living out our mission, vision, and values of hope, service, dignity, and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life — there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs, and be a transforming influence in our communities.

Job Description

The Homestead Addiction Services Virtual Community Treatment Program provides addiction counselling and relapse prevention strategies to adults in Ontario through process groups, life skills classes, and individual counselling. The counsellor networks with community organizations for referrals.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Build rapport with Ontario residents in addiction recovery or seeking outpatient treatment.
• Possess awareness and experience with concurrent disorders, marginalized populations, and spiritual issues in recovery.
• Provide trauma-informed services and navigate technology effectively for virtual groups.
• Create engaging, interactive group materials and presentations.
• Conduct effective one-on-one counselling, support groups, and outreach services.
• Support relapse prevention and recovery goal setting.
• Refer clients to community support services as needed.
• Maintain accurate client documentation and participate in team meetings.
• Engage in community networking and discharge planning.
• Report to the Program Coordinator, Addictions Outreach.

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements

• Completed an undergraduate degree (e.g., BA, BSc, BScN, BSW) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in addiction/mental health with marginalized clients.
• Membership in CACCF and a professional college (e.g., Registered Social Worker).
• Training in First Aid/CPR, crisis management, client assessment, and discharge planning.

Physical and Work Environment

Includes keyboarding, walking, climbing stairs, and handling hazardous situations such as dealing with angry individuals, exposure to substances, and infectious diseases. Work may occur in office or residential settings, with potential exposure to hazards requiring safety precautions.