Youth Addictions Counselor - Virtual & In-Person Care

Durham Community Health Centre; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Durham Region seeks a Youth Addictions Counsellor to deliver evidence-based mental health and substance use interventions to youth. The role includes clinical assessment, inter-professional collaboration, and program development. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology and experience with youth counseling. This part-time position offers competitive compensation and is based in Oshawa.

Benefits

Group benefits

Employer-sponsored health programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology required.
• Minimum two years of counseling experience with youth, preferably in substance use.
• Experience with evidence-informed interventions like CBT and DBT.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based interventions for youth.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with inter-professional team for integrated care.

Skills

Client-centered counselling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Cultural awareness

Education

Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Clinical Psychology

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMRs)

Job description

A healthcare organization in Durham Region seeks a Youth Addictions Counsellor to deliver evidence-based mental health and substance use interventions to youth. The role includes clinical assessment, inter-professional collaboration, and program development. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology and experience with youth counseling. This part-time position offers competitive compensation and is based in Oshawa.