mental health counsellor

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

Job summary

A local health service provider in Strathroy, Ontario is seeking a professional to conduct client interviews, prepare case histories, and recruit staff. The role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to mental health. Candidates should have relevant certificates and at least 5 years of experience. This position is on-site with no remote work option and offers health benefits including dental and vision care.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of mental health policies and practices.
• Required certificates include Mental health first aid, First Aid, and CPR.
• 5 years of relevant experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and assess problems.
• Perform administrative tasks and plan intervention programs.
• Recruit and hire staff, and follow up on counselling program results.

Skills

Client focus

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Judgement

Values and ethics

Flexibility

Interpersonal awareness

Organized

Reliability

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
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

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

Responsibilities

• Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems
• Perform administrative tasks
• Plan intervention programs
• Recruit and hire staff
• Follow up 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