Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II

Edgewood Health Network Inc.; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company dedicated to mental health and addiction treatment as a Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II. You will play a vital role providing therapy and support to clients, utilizing evidence-based modalities and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This position promises a rewarding career in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

$2,000 yearly allowance for mental health services

Paid day off on your birthday

Access to fitness facilities

Personal development programs

Defined Benefit pension plan

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Qualifications

• Requires registration with a regulated professional College.
• Minimum three to five years of clinical experience.
• Understanding of trauma and concurrent disorders is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate treatment goals with patients and clinical teams.
• Liaise regularly with family and community providers.

Skills

Evidence-based modalities

Therapeutic Communication

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Trauma-informed care

Assessment and evaluation

Team Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling or Social Work

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$75,000.00 / yr - CA$79,000.00 / yr

EHN Canada is the nation’s largest private network of industry-leading mental health, trauma, and addiction treatment facilities, each with a passion for providing quality treatment for Canadians. We are committed to both caring for our patients and supporting their loved ones. With over 100 years of collective experience, our inpatient, outpatient, and online programs are offered across the country, providing essential compassionate care to patients wherever they are.

EHN Canada prides themselves on providing both excellent and accessible care to all Canadians.

Learn more at ehncanada.com

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Position Overview

As a vital member of our interdisciplinary team, the primary function of the Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II will be to provide individual and group therapy, psychoeducational material, and ongoing assessment of progress to clients. Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team is an integral component of the role. Additionally, the Mental Health and Addiction Counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support and guidance to clients and their families.

Job Overview

• Provision of individual treatment, education, and ongoing assessment of progress to the patients using evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), interpersonal therapy, and trauma-informed care.
• Facilitation of abstinence-based, relapse prevention individual and group-based education and process-based content.
• Identification of treatment goals with patients, coordinating across broader clinical teams on a weekly basis
• Delivery of high quality psychoeducational and process groups using evidence-based modalities.
• Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team both within the company and with external providers.
• Collaboration with other stakeholders in the development, implementation and follow-up of the patient’s aftercare plan including referrals to abstinence-based recovery programs (e.g., AA, CA, NA, SMART, etc.). Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries and referent reports in timely manner.
• Completion of detailed documentation and charting appropriately and in a timely manner in accordance with relevant College standards.
• Liaise with patient’s family, referral sources, community providers, EAP representatives, case managers and other members of the circle of care on a regular and timely basis.
• Engage in personal and professional development, maintain appropriate professional associations, and provide current documentation to the Human Resources Department.
• Undertake Quality Assurance (QA) activities as assigned including completion of outcome measures.
• Other duties as assigned, including providing coverage in other programs as required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree program in Counselling or Social Work
• Current registration with a regulated professional College (i.e., college of Social Workers, Canadian Certified Counsellor, etc.)
• Minimum three-five years of clinical experience
• Understanding of First responder trauma and how to effectively deal with vicarious trauma effectively an asset
• Professional experience with individuals experiencing concurrent disorders, such as mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, acute stress disorders, and PTSD.
• Background in or willingness to train for EMDR, PET, and CPT.
• CBT and DBT certification considered an asset
• Knowledge of the DSM-V, including substance use disorders.

Employee Benefits And Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $2,000 for mental health and addiction services, as well as $600 per service for various paramedical services, such as massage and physiotherapy
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program through GreenShield Health
• Competitive paid time off policies, including a paid day off on your birthday
• Access to in-house fitness facilities where applicable or discounted external gym memberships
• Perks and discounts with Perkopolis – entertainment, home / auto / pet insurance
• Personal and professional development through our Education Support Assistance program
• Nationwide presence allows for supportive relocation opportunities
• Defined Benefit pension through CAAT with up to a 4% employer contribution
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

EHN Canada is an employment equity employer. If you should require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources.

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