mental health counsellor

JCT Metals; Strathroy; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mental health sector is seeking a qualified professional to join their team. The role involves interviewing clients, planning intervention programs, and managing staff recruitment. Candidates must have relevant certifications and at least five years of experience in the field. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in mental health.
• Certificates in Mental Health First Aid, First Aid, and CPR.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and assess problems.
• Plan intervention programs and recruit staff.
• Follow up on counseling program results.

Skills

Client focus

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Interview clients, prepare case histories, and assess problems
• Perform administrative tasks
• Plan intervention programs
• Recruit and hire staff
• Follow up on the results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Mental health first aid Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Word

Policy and program experience

• Mental health

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Values and ethics
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits