Mental Health & Addiction Counsellor II (Guardian Program)

EHN Canada; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Canada is seeking a Clinician to provide high-quality case management and therapy for clients dealing with trauma and addiction issues. The role requires active participation in interdisciplinary teams and communication across various agencies. Ideal candidates have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in therapeutic environments. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including mental health services

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off on your birthday

Discounted gym memberships

Education Support Assistance program

Defined Benefit pension with employer contribution

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Access to discounts at Kids & Co. Daycare

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with a professional body (e.g. CCPA, BCACC).
• Experience facilitating group programs and therapeutic groups.
• Knowledge of multiple treatment modalities including cognitive behavior therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual treatment using evidence-based modalities.
• Facilitate relapse prevention education and process-based content.
• Communicate with referral agencies and develop aftercare plans.

Skills

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT)

Mindfulness

Interpersonal therapy

Trauma-informed care

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

Group facilitation

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling, Social Work, or Psychotherapy

Job description

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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Job Overview

The Clinician will provide high quality case management, clinical treatment, advocacy, individual and group therapy to clients for issues related to Operational Stress Injury, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, with co-occurring mental health and addiction issues. The incumbent is a member of an interdisciplinary team and is responsible for active participation in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and resident centered care planning. Case coordination and communication across an inter-professional team is an integral component of the role. Additionally counsellor is responsible for communicating with referral agencies, offering support, and guidance to clients and their families.

Duties And Responsibilities

• 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

• Completion of a Master’s degree program in Counselling, Social Work, Psychotherapy
• Registration in good standing as required by professional body, e.g. CCPA, BCACC, CCAC, NSCCT
• Understanding of First responder trauma and how to effectively deal with vicarious trauma effectively an asset
• Background in or willingness to train for EMDR, PET, and CPT.
• Experience is an asset however new graduates are encouraged to apply. Experience facilitating group programs and therapeutic groups is required.
• Experience working in a residential mental health and addiction treatment setting is considered a strong asset
• Knowledge of abstinence-based community resources and supports is considered a strong asset
• Knowledge of multiple treatment modalities including cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, and interpersonal therapy.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to company’s standards.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health care team both within company and with external agencies.
• Exercise initiative and good judgement with ability to multi-task in a fast paced, challenging environment, often with competing priorities.
• Experience working with military and/or first responder cultures considered a strong asset.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in mental health and addiction assessment and treatment is highly desirable.
  
  

Employee Benefits And Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a yearly allowance of $2,00 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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