Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor (Minden & Napanee, Ontario)

LifeWorks; Belleville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and well-being provider is seeking a Registered Social Worker or Psychotherapist to provide in-person counselling for assigned cases. The role involves supporting marginalized individuals facing complex challenges, including mental health issues and addictions. Candidates should have a Master's degree and relevant experience in counselling. This independent contract requires availability during business hours to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• At least two years of post-graduate counselling experience.
• Ability to work with diverse client populations.

Responsibilities

• Supporting mandated clients through medium-term counselling.
• Communicating with external professionals on behalf of clients.
• Meeting contractual obligations to the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Skills

Counseling

Clinical Assessment

Community Integration

Education

Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work

Job description

TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each individual to create the future of health. As a global-leading health and well-being provider – encompassing physical, mental, and financial health – TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers, and employees.

Registered Social Worker or Psychotherapist

Location: Napanee, ON. (5 hours / month)

In collaboration with the Ministry of the Solicitor General, we are seeking a registered social worker or psychotherapist with experience supporting marginalized individuals facing complex life challenges, including mental health issues, addictions, social exclusion, and involvement with the justice system.

Position Details:

An independent contract providing in-person counselling to assigned cases referred by the Ministry of the Solicitor General, in a probation and parole office.

Responsibilities of our Gov't Services Counsellors include:

1. Supporting mandated clients through medium-term counselling for assigned cases;
2. Communicating with external professionals on behalf of clients, with their consent;
3. Following the Government Counselling Services client service model and administrative procedures;
4. Meeting contractual obligations to the Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ontario.

Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work;
2. Membership in the Professional College in Ontario and valid professional liability insurance;
3. At least two (2) years of post-graduate counselling experience;
4. Ability to work with diverse client populations presenting various issues, with good knowledge of local community resources;
5. Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to promote community adaptation and integration;
6. Ability to set short-term objectives and work from a strength-based approach;
7. Availability to provide in-person support during business hours.

About Us:

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation and making a positive impact. We improve lives through technology and foster a culture of innovation that empowers our team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable outcomes in a digital world.

TELUS is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will be considered. We offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Disclaimer: In accordance with TELUS Health Solutions Data Center Security Policy, employment may require personnel security screening conducted through the Government of Canada. Additionally, for the health and safety of all, vaccination against COVID-19 is required for anyone joining our TELUS Health Care Centres.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required, it is because the role involves regular interaction in English with internal or external parties or using English applications/software.

By applying, you agree that your information will be shared with TELUS Group of Companies’ Talent Acquisition team(s) and relevant leaders involved in the selection process.

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