Concurrent Disorders Counsellor - Halton Shelter Outreach

The Salvation Army in Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking an experienced counsellor to provide individual counselling and case management within a community-based program addressing opioid substance use challenges. You will develop client-centered treatment plans and collaborate with shelter teams to ensure wraparound support services.

The role requires minimum 3 years in the substance use/concurrent disorder sector, strong documentation, and ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution in human services.
• Registration in a professional college an asset.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Individual counselling.
• Case management and group facilitation.
• Development of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goals.
• Liaison with shelter case workers and community partners.
• Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards.
• Discharge planning and after-care follow-up.

Skills

Counselling

Case management

Group facilitation

Documentation

Education

Undergraduate degree in human services

Professional college registration

Tools

EMHware

Job description

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 world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live 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.

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 world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live 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 the communities of our world.

Accountabilities

Job Description

• Individual counselling
• Case Management skills
• Group Facilitation as needed
• Teaching Classes as needed
• Development of treatment plans based on client-centered recovery goals
• Assessment & referral
• Liaison with shelter case workers by attending case management meetings and working alongside shelter team
• Collaborate with community partners—including ADAPT, PAARC, and Hope Place Centres to deliver comprehensive wraparound support services for clients experiencing opioid substance use challenges
• Maintain electronic client files via EMHware according to agency standards
• Liaison with outside agencies as required
• Crisis/Conflict Intervention
• Discharge Planning
• After-care Follow-up
• Team Consultation and Decision-Making
• Reporting on monthly service targets
• Participation in individual and team clinical supervision
• Other duties as assigned
• Personal vehicle or reliable transportation required. Mileage reimbursement for travel to community appointments

Education And Experience Qualifications

• Minimum undergraduate degree from a recognized institution (in one of the human services professions)
• Registration in a professional college an asset
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the substance use/concurrent disorder sector
• Knowledge of evidence-based concurrent disorder counselling interventions / treatment models, including CBT, Relapse Prevention and Trauma Informed Practice
• Cultural awareness practices
• Professional documentation according to agency and regulatory college standards
• The ability to work individually and as part of a team
• The ability to work collaboratively with community partners
• Competence with data management systems, particularly EMHware
• Knowledge and experience in substance abuse counselling, group counselling and case management
• Awareness and experience with marginalized and vulnerable populations
• Basic First Aid/CPR Certification an asset
• Proficient in English language, second language an asset

Upon Hiring, Successful Candidate Must Provide

• A current Vulnerable Sector Screen

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $58,531.20 to $73,174.40 with a maximum of $87,817.60.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.