Mental Health Counsellor II: Trauma-Informed Therapy

Rise People, Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Job summary

The Counsellor at CMHA Algoma provides therapeutic services across individuals, couples, and groups using trauma‑informed modalities. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, assessment, referral, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support recovery and community reintegration.

Minimum one to three years of counselling experience in mental health or addictions, BSW required, OCSWSSW registration, and ASIST/CPI or willingness to obtain within three months.

Qualifications

• BSW required; Master’s level in a related field preferred.
• Current registration with OCSWSSW or RHPA‑regulated profession is mandatory.
• ASIST and CPI certification, or willingness to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients and conduct comprehensive assessments to identify strengths, needs, and goals.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions using evidence‑based modalities (e.g., CBT, motivational interviewing, solution‑focused therapy).
• Provide crisis intervention, stabilization, and safety planning as required.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to support coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation consistent with professional standards and agency policy.
• Advocate for clients and contribute to reducing systemic barriers to mental health and addiction services.
• Participate in program evaluation, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

CBT

Motivational interviewing

Solution-focused therapy

Bio-psychosocial assessment

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Master’s degree in related field preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

The Counsellor at CMHA Algoma provides therapeutic services across individuals, couples, and groups using trauma‑informed modalities. Responsibilities include crisis intervention, assessment, referral, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to support recovery and community reintegration.

Minimum one to three years of counselling experience in mental health or addictions, BSW required, OCSWSSW registration, and ASIST/CPI or willingness to obtain within three months.